The Tragedy of Iago
by David Billings
Shakespeare's "Othello" has been adapted into an accessible novel by adding context, backstory and 18 original sonnets. In 1571, the City of Venice was facing imminent military invasion. Three military commanders: Othello, Cassio and Iago, must defend her. Can Iago fulfill his civic duties without neglecting duties to his wife and his own morality? 57,000 words of which 27,000 are Shakespeare's.