Publisher's Synopsis
Caius Gracchus: A Tragedy is a play written by Odin Gregory. The play is set in ancient Rome and tells the story of Caius Gracchus, a Roman politician and reformer who lived in the 2nd century BC. Caius Gracchus was a popular figure among the common people of Rome, who saw him as a champion of their rights and interests.The play begins with Caius Gracchus returning to Rome after a period of exile. He is determined to continue his campaign for reform, despite the opposition of the ruling aristocracy. Caius Gracchus is portrayed as a passionate and charismatic figure, who is willing to risk everything to achieve his goals.The play explores themes of power, corruption, and the struggle for social justice. It also delves into the personal relationships of the characters, including Caius Gracchus' relationship with his wife Licinia and his brother Tiberius Gracchus.The play ends tragically, with Caius Gracchus being betrayed by his own supporters and ultimately killed by his enemies. The play is a powerful commentary on the dangers of political ambition and the corrupting influence of power.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
