Fate in Romeo and Juliet
Jazz Ritter Period 1 Romeo and Juliet Essay May 16, 2011 Furious Fate ?What fates impose, that men must needs abide; It boots not to resist both wind and tide?. This was said by William Shakespeare, also the author of Romeo and Juliet. It is clear that Shakespeare believes fate drives people's lives; people do not control their own destinies. In Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare, free will does not affect fate; destiny cannot be changed and is symbolized by several motifs in the play.