Twelfth Night, Shakespeare: Plot Summary
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Twelfth Night: A Tale of Deception, Love, and Reunion Twelfth Night unfolds in the enchanting kingdom of Illyria, where Duke Orsino grapples with his unrequited affection for Lady Olivia, who mourns her brother's loss and isolates herself from society for seven years. The Unforeseen Arrival: Shipwreck and Disguise The story begins with a shipwreck, thrusting Viola, a noblewoman, onto the shores of Illyria. Grieving her twin brother's presumed death, Viola learns from the Captain about the region and decides to disguise herself. Assuming her twin is no more, Viola takes on the identity of Cesario, a pageboy. She resolves to serve the Lady Olivia, despite Olivia's refusal to see anyone. A Complex Web of Love and Deception Viola, now Cesario, becomes entwined in Duke Orsino's household. Her genuine admiration for Orsino develops into love, but her disguise prevents her from openly expressing her feelings. Unbeknownst to her, Orsino sends Cesario to woo Olivia on his behalf. Ho…