A Comparison of Plutarchs The Lives of the Ancient Grecians and Romans

A Comparison of Plutarchs The Lives of the Ancient Grecians and Romans and Shakespeares Julius CaesarWhen closely evaluating the two texts Plutarchs The Lives of the Ancient Grecians and Romans and Shakespeares Julius Caesar, there are stark differences of the fundament and characters. While Plutarchs text is mostly informative, as describing a series of historical events, Shakespeare incorporates a wide variety of dramatic conventions as well as changing many events to entertain an audience. It is important to note that Shakespeares play was based on Plutarchs text, which is why many of the differences are because of Shakespeares revision. Shakespeare changes the tone of many important characters such as Marcus Brutus and Mark Antony. He also adds details to make the storyline heroic and inspiring. Plutarchs text is a third-person view on the events, with little explanation of peoples opinions and thoughts.Plutarch describes Brutus as only when one of the conspirators that took a little persuading. After Brutus joined the conspiracy, he rapidly gained control. In the...