“Wise men talk because they have something to say; fools‚ because they have to say something” (Plato). This theme becomes prevalent in William Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar‚ a historical tragedy. In Act III‚ Brutus and Antony both deliver eloquent speeches to the plebeian crowd discussing Caesar’s recent death. Brutus‚ who arises after Caesar’s death as the next leader‚ speaks only to appease the crowd‚ but Antony‚ a close friend of Caesar’s‚ speaks to rally the people for his causes. Throughout the
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Julius Caesar is one of the most influential minds of his time who accomplished numerous feats which are still spoken and studied today. Rising to power through manipulation and self-promotion‚ Caesar became one of the most prominent men of the Ancient World‚ leading him to be known as the Dictator of Rome. Caesar’s early life and militant nature enabled him to rise to power through politics‚ and multiple triumphant military endeavors. When studying Caesar’s legacy it is important to explore the
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For every situation‚ there are multiple aspect into which it can be observed. Rarely does anything occur in which everyone has the same ideas or aspects on what happened. In the play‚ Julius Caesar‚ Shakespeare proves that many of his characters‚ especially Cassius‚ cannot merely be observed through one lens in order to be understood. Throughout the play the audience observes Cassius display two distinct personalities. Shakespeare wants to depict Cassius as being multi-dimensional in order to make
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great and admirable stature. During 44 BC‚ Julius Caesar ruled the Roman Republic into the powerful Roman Empire. Before Caesar’s rule‚ he left Rome for military services‚ and returned to rule Rome. In Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare‚ the character Brutus is a tragic hero possessing the flaw of pride leading to his downfall. Characteristics of Marcus Brutus include being a noble and loyal Roman add to Brutus’s downfall. Brutus’s relationship with Caesar portrays loyalty. The reader can sense there
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in some cases trust must be earned by persuasion. In a story that completely negates the meaning of trust such as Julius Caesar‚ it is still has a constant presence. The idea of trust is shown in a momentous scene with the character Portia attempting to persuade Brutus that he can entrust her‚ this point in the book can relate to a logos or pathos emotion. In Act II of Julius Caesar‚ Portia uses emotional and logical appeal to convince Brutus that she is not only worthy‚ but as his wife‚ obligated
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down fall of all involved. Throughout Julius Caesar‚ both friends and enemies use flattery and manipulation to obtain their goals. The first main use of flattery is used by Cassius on Brutus in Act 1‚ Scene 2 and in Act 2‚ Scene 1. Cassius tries his hardest to force Brutus to join the revolt against Caesar‚ but Brutus resists‚ stating his loyalty and faithfulness to Rome. However‚ after Brutus accidentally blurts out‚ "I do fear the people choose Caesar as their king." Cassius continues his
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Tragic Hero Essay In the play the Life and Death of Julius Caesar (just as in all of Shakespeare’s tragedies) there is much death‚ much tragedy‚ and of course‚ a tragic hero. However unlike most of Shakespeare’s plays this time the tragic hero is not particularly obvious. Throughout the play a few main characters present themselves as possibilities for being the tragic hero. But as being a tragic hero is not only having a tragic flaw but also entails much more‚ there really is only one person
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Gaul is divided into three parts‚ one of which the Belgae inhabit‚ the Aquitani another‚ those who in their own language are called Celts‚ in our Gauls‚ the third.” – Caesar. Taking place over a course of almost a decade‚ the Gallic Wars were fought throughout much of modern day Germany‚ France and Belgium. From 58 to 51 BC‚ Julius Caesar‚ the consul of Cisalpine Gaul‚ led his army in a series of campaigns demonstrating their formidable training and strategy as they attempted to conquer Gaul. Fighting
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15 March‚ 44 B.C. Lucius had just confirmed ‘tis now the morning‚ but I cannot tell the difference any longer. I had been at war with myself‚ having to endure countless of sleepless nights ever since Cassius incited me against Caesar. But‚ Caesar is mine own friend and benefactor‚ is he not?. He was the one who granted me amnesty‚ did he not? He was the one that allowed me to attain such high an office and lead a comfortable life‚ were he not? Furthermore‚ Rome is built on honour and staunchness
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In Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar several main characters are fit to rule Rome after the death of Caesar. Among them are Brutus‚ Cassius‚ and Antony. Although each have their particular strengths‚ Brutus is the superior choice for leader. His nobleness‚ compassion‚ and intelligent decision making are shown throughout the play. Brutus’ nobleness is shown in Act I when he tells Cassius about how much he values honor. Set honor in one eye and death i’ th’ other‚ and I will look on both indifferently;
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