Topic > Romeo and Juliet: how is Juliet represented? - 715

In literature, characters are generally introduced by what they say, what is said about them, and who they are surrounded by. Shakespeare presents his character in this way. In the second scene of the first act, Juliet is first introduced to the audience, where Paris asks Capulet for his daughter's hand in marriage. Capulet describes Juliet as “still a stranger in the world” who “has not seen the change of fourteen years.” Capulet sees his daughter as young and innocent. For Capulet, Juliet “is the hopeful lady of my land” because “the land has swallowed up all my hopes except her.” These quotes indicate that Capulet cares about Juliet's well-being because he cannot bear to lose another of his children. Capulet's love for Juliet is indicated when Capulet says to Paris, "woo her, gentle Paris, take her heart, my will is but her consent." one party, and you have agreed, within the scope of your choice lies my consent and my fair and concurring voice." This is unusual for fathers of Shakespeare's time. Most fathers married their daughters for property, alliances, or higher social position...