Character sketch of Bassanio in MOV
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Bassanio is a handsome venician man who is presented as a spendthrift character in the play who is seen as a fortune hunter in the beginning and wants tho marry Portia just for money but later we see him as a true lover . He is the true friend of Antonio and can give any thing for Antonio’s sake.
BASSANIO
An Interesting Character
bassanio is an interesting character. he is the source of action in the major events of the play. he, directly & indirectly, motivates the Bond Story & Trial Scene. if antonio is the hero of the bond - story, he is the hero of the casket story .
A Spendthrift
Our first meeting with Bassanio takes place when we find him in need of money. Antonio has already helped him but of no avail. Now he again needs money to try his luck at Belmont .
A Romantic Lover
Bassanio is fascinated by Portia's beauty . He tells Antonio he is attracted to Portia becoz she is fairer than the word 'Fair'. He compares Portia to Brutus's wife .
Happy-Go-Lucky Man
Bassanio is a cheerful character .... he is not suffering from any anxiety .He is interested in marrying Portia ... and also likes to keep the company of Gratiano. he is an optimist who always looks on the brighter side of life .
A Sincere Friend
He has sincerity towards Antonio . when he comes to know about Antonio being stuck in the clutches of merciless Shylock .. he is deeply disturbed .In the trial- Scene .. he offers money to Sylock to free Antonio and is bent on getting his friend released at any cost .
conclusion ...
Bassanio is an interestive and impressive character. he is a romantic lover who has a love for poetry. No doubt he is a PRODIGAL YOUNG man but as a friend ,he is devoted to his friends. he has so many great qualities which make him a life-like character.
did not copy from Net ....