Suffering

Antonio’s description of the Duchess’ suffering- the fear of the brother’s finding out about her marriage and pregnancy- a2, s2

shes exposed/ unto the worst of torture pain and fear

the duchess talking to bosola after he finds out about antonio and her

i stand/ as if a mine beneath my feet were ready/ to be blown up

duchess- a3, s5- her power, reputation and joy has dissipated-

my laurel is all withered

duchess’ description of how she was bound to suffer- free passionate spirits cannot conform to the caged society

the robin redbreast and the nightingale/ never live long in cages

duchess stoicly resignating to her fate- prepares for suffering from her brothers

i armed ‘gainst misery,/ bent to all sways of the oppressor’s will/ theres no deep valley, but near some great hill

antonio- a5,s4- absolute despair and loss of hope after the death of his wife and children

i would now/ wish my wounds balmed nor healed, for i have no use/ tp put my life to