er) and by using her, gives himself the power to conduct marvellous acts with nature. An example of this would be the tempest itself, both masques and setting out of the survivors on the island. Prospero is seen as a stage director. He stages his set in order to plan a marriage and a reunion. He is manipulating nature to construct a harmonious ending. Ariel, the spirit of nature is the character that prompts change in Prospero's nature. Prospero is transformed from having vengeance, to forgiveness towards his brothers and enemies. At the end of the play Prospero relinquishes his control of nature to return to the world of politics, the complete opposite world to that of nature. Ironically this is the most natural act for Prospero.
             Caliban in a way represents the indigenous person of the island. He may be perceived as being a product of nature. Caliban is a preacher of the earth. Many times throughout the play he is said to be half-fish, half-monster and to have a strong horrid odour. He is also seen as being sub-human as he was a product of failed nurture. It was Prospero who tried to civilize him however Caliban retained his mother's immorality by attempting to rape Miranda. In a way this act was justified as Caliban's intentions were to populate his island with more of himself. This act was conducted so that he could fulfil his natural urges. One thing to note is that although this act may be justified when referring to Caliban as an animal or product of nature, Prospero educated him so he should have seen the immo
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