Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title Julius Caesar
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #1522
Note Reading ease score: 88.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Summary "Julius Caesar" by William Shakespeare is a historical tragedy written in the late 16th century. The play explores themes of power, betrayal, and the complexities of politics through the lens of ancient Rome, focusing on the tragic figure of Julius Caesar and the consequences of his assassination by a group of conspirators led by Brutus and Cassius. The opening of the play sets the stage in Rome, where the citizens celebrate Caesar's recent triumphs. It introduces several key characters, including Flavius and Marullus, who scold the commoners for their fickleness in celebrating Caesar over their former hero, Pompey. The scene highlights the tension in Rome as the power dynamics shift, foreshadowing the conflict to come. Meanwhile, the ominous presence of the Soothsayer, who warns Caesar to "Beware the Ides of March," hints at impending doom, setting a tone of foreboding that permeates the play. As the conspirators begin to plot against Caesar, the foundation is laid for the exploration of ambition and the consequences of political action. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Tragedies
Subject Conspiracies -- Drama
Subject Brutus, Marcus Junius, 85 B.C.?-42 B.C. -- Drama
Subject Caesar, Julius -- Assassination -- Drama
Subject Assassins -- Drama
Subject Rome -- History -- Civil War, 43-31 B.C. -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 2263
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 22, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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