Julius Caesar: A Study (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. Macmillan Brown

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 026715545X ISBN 13: 9780267155453

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Power, fame, and the making of history are examined through a thoughtful study of Julius Caesar.

This nonfiction work surveys how Caesar’s image shaped Western civilization, from ancient Rome to modern culture. It blends literary insight with historical reflection, showing how Shakespeare’s play and centuries of commentary have forged our sense of conquest, leadership, and memory.

• Understand how Caesar’s legacy influenced notions of empire and democracy
• See how Shakespeare’s portrayal and later criticism elevated the conqueror in world history
• Explore how awe, fame, and moral complexity interact in great figures
• Discover how a scholar frames historical figures to illuminate enduring questions

Ideal for readers of literary critique and historical analysis who want a clear, thoughtful perspective on a towering name in world culture.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 026715545X
• ISBN 13: 9780267155453
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 190