Chapter 09
Act III, Scene 1: Richard as Protector
Actus Tertius. Scoena Prima. The Trumpets sound. Enter yong Prince, the Dukes of Glocester, and Buckingham, Lord Cardinall, with others. Buc. Welcome sweete Prince to London, To your Chamber Rich. Welcome deere Cosin, my thoughts Soueraign The wearie way hath made you Melancholly Prin. No Vnkle, but our crosses on the way, Haue made it tedious, wearisome, and heauie. I want more Vnkles heere to welcome me Rich. Sweet Prince, the vntainted vertue of your yeers Hath not yet diu'd into the Worlds deceit: No more can you distinguish of a man, Then of his outward shew, which God he…
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Critical Thinking Exercise
The Protection Trap
Richard positions himself as protector. Think of someone who offered protection but actually sought control. How did they do it?
Consider:
- •What's the difference between protection and control?
- •How can you tell when someone is using protection to manipulate?
- •What are the signs of false guardianship?
Journaling Prompt
Write about a time when someone positioned themselves as your protector. Were they actually protecting you or controlling you?
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