Duchess of Malfi: Ferdinand (Character Profile and Analysis)

Summary: Power. Incest. Lycanthropy.

Duchess of Malfi: Antonio (Character Profile and Analysis)

• Characteristics:

–        Alexander Allison acknowledges his good but how this changes by the end of the play

–        Antonio as the Christian Stoic which embodies Webster’s ideals

–        Love vs Ambition: Why did Antonio marry the Duchess?

–        During the Duchess’ labour, his character changes as he deceives and disguises what is taking place behind the doors