Roman Empire Essays

The themes and issues of Julius Caesar would have been relevant to Shakespeare’s England in various ways, despite its Roman setting. Rome used to be governed as a republic before Caesar’s era. The city was governed by a senate, resembling a council composed solely of the most noble individuals. This is possibly why Brutus believed […]

In contrast to Mark Antony’s self-proclaimed identity as a ‘plain, blunt, man,’ I strongly disagree. Throughout the play, in scenes after Caesar’s death, Antony reveals a completely different side of his character. In Act 3, scenes 1 & 2, as well as Act 4, scene 1, Antony cunningly displays his sly and devious nature. He […]

If one considers merely the apparent ‘winner’ of the argument in Act 3, Scene 2, then Antony is the obvious choice as the better orator. However, Brutus probably had a more difficult job as he had to convince the crowd to forgive him for the murder of the (effective)1 head of the Roman Empire. In […]

Julius Caesar is the story of a political murder and a posthumous revenge. In the opening scenes of the play Rome is portrayed as being in a state of turmoil. Julius Caesar defeated the former Roman general Pompey, who used to be one of his closest friends. Pompey was also the person who gave Caesar […]

William Shakespeare was an English poet and playwright, who was widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language. He was born and raised in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England, in April 1564, the son of John Shakespeare, a successful glove maker and of Mary Arden, a daughter of the gentry. At the age of 18, […]

In act three scene two, Shakespeare is confronted with a few problems. The preceding scene was the climax scene of the play; Caesar had been killed, due to the knowledge of the audience and references from history, they already knew that this was definitely to happen. The audience had now experienced probably the most awaited […]

The idea of honour entails displaying immense respect for others, irrespective of their social status, and carrying out selfless deeds for the betterment of others. Marcus Brutus serves as a model of an honourable person, whereas Caius Cassius lacks this characteristic. In the opening scene of the play, there are two senators and plebeians in […]

The following excerpt is from Act 1 scene (i) of William Shakespeare’s play ‘Julius Caesar’. In this passage, two tribunes named Flavius and Marullus attempt to stop the citizens of Rome, who have gathered in the streets, from celebrating Caesar’s triumph over Pompey and his sons, as well as the Lupercal feast. This passage is […]

In act one scene three of Julius Caesar, there are many things that help to create tension and really help the reader to understand the immediate danger that is to follow. For example, the scene itself uses pathetic fallacy to set the scene and create a sense of tension. The ‘thunder and lightning’ effect our […]

Prominent commentator Burton Raffle posits that “Julius Caesar presents a candid and profoundly ethical representation of the quest for power, showcasing how characters in Shakespeare’s work skillfully manipulate not only others but also themselves.” While this view carries some truth—since giving someone too much power can potentially distort their objectives—it’s important to note that the […]

William Shakespeare’s The Tragedy of Julius Caesar is a five-act Elizabethan drama that adheres to Aristotle’s guidelines for Tragedy. Marcus Brutus serves as the tragic hero of the play due to his elevated social status and well-intentioned nature. Unfortunately, he tragically becomes involved in the misguided assassination of Julius Caesar, resulting in a destructive path […]

Copy and paste the following text into a document or create a document that contains the same information. Using your essay in response to the unit’s writing prompt, complete the following steps to improve your essay. Brutes was a Tragic hero because he is a person of noble birth with heroic qualities. He was also […]

The Gallic wars are a collection of essays written by Julius Ceasar as a chronicle of his military engagements with Britain, Gaul and Germany between 58-51B.C. The book offers expository facts for readers who are not acquainted with the Gallic lands and societies encountered during his expeditions. The book begins with a short account of […]

The cost of idealism is evident in the lives of various historical and literary figures. Despite possessing a comfortable life with respect, a loving wife, and friends, Brutus willingly sacrifices everything to uphold his ideals, ultimately paying the price with his own life. This theme resonates throughout both history and literature. Prominent examples include Socrates, […]

Dear Mr. Caesar, I urgently need to inform you about the upcoming meeting with the senate at the capitol on March 15th. The individuals whom you consider as your friends cannot be trusted, as their intention is to harm you and seize your power, ultimately leading to your assassination. My lord, it is of utmost […]

Julius Ceaser was the roman general and statesman, who laid the foundations of the Roman imperial system. Born in Rome on July 12 or 13, 100 BC, Caesar belonged to the prestigious Julian clan; yet from early childhood he knew controversy. His uncle by marriage was Gaius Marius, leader of the populares. This party supported […]

Therefore, even though the nationality and time period of the warrior have changed with such adaptation, the same Greek style was maintained, revealing a very common Roman characteristic. The Roman Republic was based entirely on a Greek influence, mainly caused by the numerous maritime commerce settlements establish on regions conquered by the Romans. By adopting […]

By the middle of 2nd century B.C.E, the Roman territory extended as far as the Mediterranean. The sheer size of the Empire terminated any external threats to the Romans. Instead, towards the end of the 2nd century B.C.E, it brought upon them internal conflicts. The size of the aristocrats was largely outnumbered by the rest, […]

There is a tremendous amount of artwork from classical societies that still inspires artists and art enthusiasts today. Art can reveal an extensive amount of information regarding the culture of the society from which it was created. To analyze artwork in relation to the culture of the society, the artwork must be studied in a […]

What role did the settlements of 27 BC and 23 BC play in the development of Augustus’ principate? In the first settlement of 27 BC Octavian handed back the unofficial powers he had held during the civil war to the Senate and people of Rome. However, some historians think that it was accomplished over a […]

The text highlights the flaws of Gaius Verres as he advanced in the Roman political hierarchy to become a governor. Additionally, it describes his attempts to corrupt the judicial system in order to escape rightful scrutiny and secure an acquittal. Cicero asserts that the situation depicted by Verres is not unique and asserts that these […]

Rome accomplished a major political accomplishment by going beyond the narrow viewpoint of city-states and forming an international province that united the varied states of the Mediterranean region. To do so, Rome overcame the limitations of city-state mentality and instituted a comprehensive system of laws and citizenship throughout its empire. Instead of theory, the leader […]