Description
The Tragedy of Coriolanus – William Shakespeare
Discover Coriolanus by William Shakespeare, a gripping political tragedy exploring pride, power, leadership and class conflict.
Caius Marcius is one of Rome’s greatest soldiers. After a decisive military victory, he earns the name Coriolanus and returns home as a celebrated hero.
But the qualities that make him formidable on the battlefield become serious weaknesses in political life. Proud and openly contemptuous of ordinary citizens, Coriolanus struggles to gain the public support required for political power.
When conflict leads to his banishment, he turns against the city he once defended and forms an alliance with a former enemy.
Why You’ll Love It
- One of Shakespeare’s greatest political dramas
- A powerful examination of pride and leadership
- Set against the conflicts of ancient Rome
- Ideal for readers of historical and political tragedy