
The drama opens on the bustling streets of ancient Rome, where two city officials confront a restless crowd that has taken to celebrating Julius Caesar’s triumphant return. Their sharp exchanges with a carpenter and a cobbler reveal a city divided—some see Caesar as a hero, while others fear the erosion of republican virtue. This tension sets the stage for a clash between public spectacle and private ambition.
Soon the procession arrives, led by Caesar himself, flanked by his loyal allies and a wary soothsayer. The atmosphere is charged with omens, whispered warnings, and the palpable anxiety of those who sense that great power may soon be challenged. Listeners are drawn into a world where personal loyalties, political intrigue, and the weight of destiny begin to intertwine, promising a compelling exploration of honor, betrayal, and the fragile balance of a republic on the brink.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (114K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
the PG Shakespeare Team, a team of about twenty Project Gutenberg volunteers
Release date
1998-11-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1564–1616
Often called the greatest writer in the English language, this English playwright and poet created dramas and verses that still feel alive on the page and stage. His stories of ambition, love, jealousy, power, and loss continue to speak to readers centuries later.
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