The Winter's Tale and Othello, both by William Shakespeare, contain fantasies of female betrayal. In both plays these fantasies are brought together by something, whether it is Iago in Othello or Hermione's pregnancy in The Winter's Tale. Iago confronts Othello in Act 3.3, escaping his wife's betrayal. Both Othello and Leontes feel a seemingly sudden jealousy. However, Othello's jealousy forms later in the play than Leontes's. This is important when comparing the two because there are acts in the play showing Othello's nature and character that do not indicate jealousy or concern for his wife's conduct. Othello's lack of jealousy, at first, can be seen in Act 3.3, line 188. , "The least fear or doubt of her rebellion,/For she had eyes and chose me." No, Iago:/ I will see before I doubt; in case of doubt, prove ;/ And on the proof, there is only this -/ Immediately abandon love or jealousy! » These lines, spoken by Othello, prove that he trusts his wife. This shows that there was no doubt about his wife's fidelity until Iago put this doubt in his mind. Although Iago does not have the proof Othello requested, he says to Othello, “Look at your wife; observe it carefully with Cassio. Othello will find whatever he is looking for, whether it is innocence or guilt, but Iago manipulates him into seeking the latter. Othello's concerns here are his heart, his pride, and his power. Othello's main concerns with his wife's actions are his heart. Othello is embarrassed and often presents himself as a stranger. He occupies a position of power that one would not expect from someone of his nationality. For this reason, many people dislike him and think less of him. Othello reflects others' views of himself in middle of paper......his need for an heir and in Othello it is the lack of respect he receives from his peers. These weaknesses in their power are exploited to bring about their downfall. Hermione's and Iago's pregnancy arouse doubt in Leontes and Othello respectively and for this reason it is fair to say that "Iago's place is filled by Hermione's pregnancy." This doubt manifests itself in Leontes and Othello, encouraging deeper reflection, investigation, and action. Everything that is seen next is manipulated by doubt until finally only dishonorable actions are visible. Iago manipulates more people than Othello, encouraging the actions of others that would reinforce Othello's doubt. Hermione's pregnancy somehow manipulated the people around her and Leontes' subjects into sympathizing with Hermione, persuading them against Leontes when his actions seemingly led to his death..