The End of the Ancient Republic [Paperback]

Jan H. Blits (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0847677605 | ISBN-13: 978-0847677603 | Publication Date: November 28, 1993

While recent criticism of Shakespeare's Julius Caesar has stressed the corruption of both the common people and the Republic's enemies within the patrician class, this book argues that at the core of the play lies the less obvious but more important corruption of the regime's leading defenders, particularly Brutus.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Brings out surprising aspects of the play, and reminds us once again how richly suggestive Shakespeare is as an interpreter and teacher about politics. (Zuckert, Michael P. )

Teaches us both how to read Shakespeare and how to think about virtue, political ambition, and friendship. (Nichols, Mary P. )

Jan Blits's reading of Shakespeare convincingly uncovers the roots of politics in the ground of human nature. (H. Brann, Eva T. )

A splendid and valuable interpretation of a Shakespearean play. (Journal Of Politics )

About the Author

Jan H. Blits teaches philosophy and literature at the University of Delaware.

Product Details

• Paperback: 104 pages
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers (November 28, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0847677605
• ISBN-13: 978-0847677603
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,856,854 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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