In Webster's, The Duchess of Malfi, one scene connects thematically, imagistically, linguistically, and dramatically with the rest of the play. This is Act III, scene ii. In this scene, the author's scrupulous attention to the flow of text as well as the location of each scene, which serve dramatic purposes, become apparent. He also makes obvious the use of metaphors that are continually part of the text. During this scene, one of the main themes, …showed first 75 words of 1232 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1232 total…tragedy of this incredible work as well as clearly illustrating the play's main theme. Without the events occurring during this scene, the relationships of Antonio and the Duchess, Ferdinand and the Duchess, and the treacherous yet vital role of Bosola would not make sense on more than a superficial level. Since the depth of thought this play requires is what makes it so tragic, without Act III, scene ii any intellectual meaning would be lost.