“You common cry of curs! whose breath I hate As reek o' the rotten fens, whose loves I prize As the dead carcasses of unburied men That do corrupt my air, I banish you; And here remain with your uncertainty!”
Quote by William Shakespeare
Work
Timon of Athens. Coriolanus. Julius Caesar. Antony and Cleopatra
This volume features four of William Shakespeare's renowned historical plays, each set in ancient Rome or Greece. 'Timon of Athens' explores themes of friendship and betrayal, 'Coriolanus' delves into the complexities of leadership and political strife, 'Julius Caesar' portrays the rise and fall of a Roman dictator, and 'Antony and Cleopatra' presents a tragic love story set against the backdrop of political intrigue. more
Author
William Shakespeare
William Shakespeare (1564 - April 23, 1616) was one of the greatest poets of the English Renaissance, renowned for his dramatic works. His plays spanned a variety of genres, including tragedy, comedy, and history, and have had a profound impact on literature worldwide. more
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