Presents Shakespeare's drama "Julius Caesar" with the original text on the left side of a page and its counterpart modern translation on the right. Also includes helpful commentary on the characters.
Chronicles the life of Roman emperor Caius Julius Caesar, discussing his political prowess, his relationships with women, and his military might, focusing on how he came to rule most of the known world by the time of his death.
Contains the text of Shakespeare's drama about the ill-fated love affair between Mark Antony, one of the triumvirs ruling the Roman empire, and Cleopatra, Queen of Egypt, and includes action summaries, explanatory notes, and an introduction to the playwright's life and theatre.
Contains full explanatory notes opposite edited text of one of the earliest printed editions of Shakespeare's play. Also includes notes on his language, theater, life, a bibliopraphy, and a contemporary essay on the play.
An illustrated introduction to daily life in ancient Rome, covering family life, the role of women, children, slaves, Roman homes, common foods, entertainment, clothing, and more.
An introduction to ancient Roman government, discussing Rome's early kings, how the republic was founded, patricians and plebeians, and the change from republic to empire.