Some critics view the Duke in Measure for Measure as a Machiavellian character. To find out who Machiavelli was and what the adjective 'Machiavellian' means, click here.
This short video also gives a good insight into Machiavelli's philosophy:
I also mentioned in class that the best on-line study guide I have found for Measure for Measure is the crossref - it one; click here to find it. Measure for Measure is not the easiest of Shakespeare plays, and if you are finding the language and/or ideas a bit tricky, then this online guide would be a good place to start.
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