Caesar

Julius Caesar was one of history's most brilliant leaders who played a critical role in the rise of the Roman Empire. He was a military genius who conquered much of Central Europe which led to Rome’s increase in size and power. His self-proclaimed dictatorship impacted Rome greatly by lowering the unemployment rate and the introducing the Julian Calendar that was used well into the 1900s (Tøndering). His influence and fame struck so far that even Caesar’s own name was used to title a ruler up to…

Julius Caesar is upheld as one of the most influential politicians of European history. Caesar was truly influential for every man and women of Rome. Caesar was successful in the battle field and had a large group of dedicated followers, but more importantly Caesar caused some anger and some extreme hatred towards himself. Julius Caesar was assassinated because the people of Rome stood firmly against a tyrant, rumors regarding Julius Caesar caused fear and uncertainty of Rome’s future, and…

Heroism is a very debatable topic in this day and age, I often find myself thinking, what truly does make a hero? I believe that in Shakespeare's Julius Caesar, Caesar himself displays the most hero-like qualities, above all the other characters. I understand that that seems likes a very bold statement to make, so to prove it, I’ll have to answer the question I asked from before, what makes a hero? In my opinion there are three distinct qualities that make up a true hero. The first is respect,…

The play The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, written by William Shakespeare, is written taking place with a very powerful and rogue ruler, Julius Caesar, and focuses on Brutus' struggle between the adverse demands of patriotism, honor, and friendship. Within the play, Shakespeare sympathizes with Caesar’s conspirators and is very much in favor of a democracy rather than one, powerful ruler as depicted in the play. And, as Shakespeare was writing this play, he was trying to convince the audience to…

Augustus Caesar was the first Roman Emperor. He was born in 63 BCE and was adopted by Julius Caesar in 44 BCE. Augustus Caesar had many accomplishments in his life. In order to reach these accomplishments, he had to be tough and hard working. Augustus Caesar was also very successful in his life. These are all character traits the Augustus Caesar had. The first character trait that comes to mind when I think of Augustus Caesar is successful. Augustus Caesar was successful because he transformed…

Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare. Julius Caesar is the leader of Rome who is adored and favored by its citizens. Although he is loved, there are some who feel that his power is gaining too fast and he is increasing in popularity so much so that Caesar may turn Rome into a monarchy. These people begin to feel mistrustful in his power and decide to assassinate Caesar before he makes himself a king. Brutus, once one of Caesar’s most loyal friends is convinced that Caesar must be…

The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare Julius Caesar was a great man in the eyes of the roman people. The play opens when Caesar has just returned from a great battle. Caesar is walking around the streets of Rome high off of the fame and power he has gained. The common people of Rome praise Caesar as if he was a god. This puts an uneasy feeling to those who seek power as well. As Caesar is walking around basking in his victory against Pompey a psychic tell Caesar to “beware the…

Civilization 9/21/15 Caesar Plutarch a Greek who lived from 46 AD to 120 AD wrote about many great Roman men. He was known for being a historian and biographer with a unique style of writing. Plutarch believed that history was propelled by the victories of great men. Plutarch believed that great men shaped the future of other individuals and the state. He was a historian in his own sense, being that he was more interested in showing the valor and tenacity of great romans such as Caesar,…

point in Roman history happened only because the leadership of one man, Julius Caesar. Leaders are the people that keep everyone working toward a common goal, whether that be positive or negative in the end. Julius Caesar was one of the most important people in the change from The Roman Republic to The Roman Empire. He was a great politician, along with being an amazing general, and surprisingly even an author. Caesar formed alliances with other powerful Roman men, and in that they were able to…

Throughout The Tragedy of Julius Caesar, Shakespeare’s usage of central ideas develops a suspenseful theme in the play. In the midst of turmoil between the tribunes and Caesar, Shakespeare made Caesar’s death a “sacrifice” rather than a “butchery”. The first three acts of the play portray the relationship between Caesar and those who conspire against him. Amongst the conspirators, Caesar is seen as a tyrant over the people of Rome. In the first act of the play, Caesar’s interaction with the…