Although Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar is named after the legendary Roman political leader, the central character is thought by many to be Marcus Brutus, Caesar's friend turned foe who struggles throughout the play with conflicting obligations of friendship and duty...

"First published 1998 ; first revised ed. published 2001 ; 2nd ed. 2006." -- T.p. verso.

Introduction -- People in the play -- Julius Caesar -- Shakespeare's Plutarch -- Classwork and examinations -- Background.