Shakespeare’s story of an exiled ruler who uses magic to restore his daughter to power argues that the powerful must show mercy. First performed in 1611, The Tempest explores the consequences of European settlement in the New World. Read a character analysis of Prosperoplot summary, and important quotes.

Characters

See a complete list of the characters in The Tempest and in-depth analyses of Prospero, Miranda, Caliban, Ariel, and Gonzalo.

Literary Devices

Here's where you'll find analysis of the literary devices in The Tempest, from the major themes to motifs, symbols, and more.

Essays

Get ready to ace your The Tempest paper with our suggested essay topics, helpful essays about historical and literary context, a sample A+ student essay, and more.

Further Study

Go further in your study of The Tempest with background information, movie adaptations, and links to the best resources around the web.