As You Like It EssayThe pastoral comedy As You Like It, written by the greatest author of his time, William Shakespeare conveys the message of the play through several themes such as gender, family and love. Through the use of comedy, symbolism, and other literary devices, the author reveals the true themes and meaning of the play. The idea of ​​gender is an important part of the play. In the Elizabethan era, women were seen as weak and stupid. In this play, the two main characters challenge the traditional idea of ​​gender roles. When Rosalind has the idea of ​​dressing like a man, she says: “That I suited myself in every way like a man? A valiant bending ax on my thigh, a wild boar's spear in my hand; and - in my heart there lies the hidden fear of woman - we will have a fist and a martial fight outside, as have many other male cowards who confront her with their appearances" (1.3 .20-26). Here she explains how she will hide her "female fear" and dress like a man who, on the outside, appears strong and fearless. Rosalind initially agrees with the stereotypical belief that women are...