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Shakespeare, William
1564
1616
Shakspeare, William
Shakspere, William
Cajander, Paavo Emil
1846
1913
Julius Caesar
Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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"Julius Caesar" by William Shakespeare is a historical play written in the late 16th century. The narrative revolves around the assassination of Julius Caesar, focusing on the themes of betrayal, power, and the consequences of ambition. The central characters include Caesar, Brutus, Cassius, and Mark Antony, portraying the political intrigue and moral complexities of Roman leadership. The opening of the play sets the stage in Rome, where the common citizens are celebrating Caesar’s recent victory, much to the dismay of the tribunes Flavius and Marullus, who resent the populace's fickle love for Caesar. As the plot unfolds, various characters express their concerns about Caesar's rising power. The scene introduces pivotal figures like Brutus and Cassius, who are increasingly drawn into political conspiracy against Caesar, even as Brutus grapples with his feelings of loyalty and honor. This tension foreshadows the upheaval and conflict that will arise from their actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Tragedies
Conspiracies -- Drama
Brutus, Marcus Junius, 85 B.C.?-42 B.C. -- Drama
Caesar, Julius -- Assassination -- Drama
Assassins -- Drama
Rome -- History -- Civil War, 43-31 B.C. -- Drama
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