A Day of Small Things | Titus Andronicus by Shakespeare // review @adayofsmallthings | Uploaded May 2023 | Updated October 2024, 54 seconds ago.
Titus Andronicus is THE most bloody Shakespeare play I’ve read so far. Almost all the main characters were killed, one of whom was mutilated in extremely cruel and brutal ways. Titus Andronicus, the title character, faced enormous trials and suffering. How he dealt with the trials, what he wanted and valued at the beginning and at the end, and how he changed throughout the play - it’s fascinating to think about.

I’m using the Arden edition, edited by Jonathan Bate. I repeat my usual disclaimer: I’m not an expert in Shakespeare, I only started reading Shakespeare two years ago. This is not an academic study, it’s just my amateur opinion. Titus Andronicus is particularly challenging compared to some previous plays. I’m super glad when you found my previous videos useful. But if you have different opinions or interpretations, that’s completely fine. Leave me a comment, I’d love to hear from you!

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