Answer :
I would say that this excerpt (which is, by the way, one of the most famous and commonly quoted lines written by Shakespeare) serves to depict the motivations and personality of the character.
Richard describes himself in the excerpt, and states briefly why he decided to do what he did.
Richard describes himself in the excerpt, and states briefly why he decided to do what he did.
The first purpose is to give a context where actions will take place.Richard speaks of a war that has ended.It was the War of the Roses, and his side has just won putting his brother on the throneand bringing peace.The other purpose is to set the ball rolling.He describes himself , giving some of his physical characteristics and also comments on his plans to be in power....". since I cannot prove a lover
To entertain these fair well-spoken days,
I am determined to prove a villain
And hate the idle pleasures of these days..."