"Coriolanus" by William Shakespeare is a tragic tale unfolding in ancient Rome, following the life of Caius Martius, a celebrated general who earns the name Coriolanus. The story starts amidst unrest as Roman citizens, hungry and angry, clash with the ruling class; Martius rises through military might, showcasing both bravery and a strong dislike for the ordinary people. The core of the narrative rests on the challenges of power, unchecked arrogance, and the complicated connection between leaders and the masses. Coriolanus, a fearsome warrior, finds himself wrestling with the requirements of political leadership that demand him to connect with those he deeply scorns. Ultimately, Coriolanus cannot overcome his pride which sets the stage for a devastating fall from grace.
Coriolanus
By William Shakespeare
A celebrated war hero's disdain for the common people ignites political turmoil, leading to his ultimate destruction.
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About the AuthorWilliam Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet and actor. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon". His extant works, including collaborations, consist of some 39 plays, 154 sonnets, three long narrative poems and a few other verses, some of uncertain authorship. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. Shakespeare remains arguably the most influential writer in the English language, and his works continue to be studied and reinterpreted.
William Shakespeare was an English playwright, poet and actor. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the "Bard of Avon". His extant works, including collaborations, consist of some 39 plays, 154 sonnets, three long narrative poems and a few other verses, some of uncertain authorship. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. Shakespeare remains arguably the most influential writer in the English language, and his works continue to be studied and reinterpreted.
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