Synopsis:

Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare is a powerful Roman history play first performed in 1599, based on Plutarch’s biographies of Brutus, Julius Caesar, and Mark Antony. This classic drama, often one of the first Shakespearean works studied in secondary schools, delves into the complexities of human emotions and instincts.

The play brilliantly explores the themes of power, loyalty, and ethics as Brutus, Cassius, and other conspirators plot to overthrow Caesar, the dictator of Rome. After Caesar’s assassination, Mark Antony’s iconic speech sways the public against the conspirators, leading to a gripping civil war.

The tragic downfall of Brutus and Cassius, who take their own lives after their defeat, raises profound questions about governance and morality. This complete, unabridged edition includes explanatory footnotes, making it an essential addition to any Shakespeare collection.