Topic > Romeo and Juliet: Who's to blame? - 581

Many have said that romance brings love and affection, but if taken to the extreme, it can lead to tragedy and despair. Among the great literary tragedies, Romeo and Juliet is perhaps the most famous of all. The eternal feud between Montegues and Capulet forbids the love of Romeo and Juliet and ultimately causes their unfortunate deaths. It may be difficult to truly determine who is to blame for the tragedy, because their lives have been influenced, criticized, and controlled by many figures. Among the most important characters, Friar Laurence allows the forbidden marriage of the two lovers and devises a plan to ensure that they end up together. On the other hand, Lord and Lady Capulet fuel the rivalry between the two families and refuse to listen to their daughter's request, ultimately pushing Juliet to fake her own death. Friar Lawrence can be described as an understanding, compassionate and peaceful person. Driven by the desire to restore peace between the warring families, he agrees to secretly marry Romeo and Juliet, creating a detailed plan to reunite the two....