Abstract
Among the many roles in Western drama that originated in ancient Greece, fools occupy a significant place, and its image has been gradually enriched with the development of drama. Beyond simply making the audience laugh, the words and deeds of clowns seem to have a deeper meaning, which can arouse peoples resonance and reflection. Starting from the origin of drama and the development analysis of the image of clowns, this article aims to analyze the complex connotation behind Falstaff, the classic fool chosen from Shakespeares play Henry IV, in detail from multiple perspectives. The vivid image of Falstaff in Shakespeares work is a transcendence of the early clowns. At the same time, Falstaff also conveys the humanist ideals of the author.
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