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Caesar : a life in western culture / Maria Wyke

This study traces the cultural legacy of Julius Caesar over two thousand years, examining his influence on Western art, literature, and politics. It explores how his life and death have been reinterpreted to address themes of power, tyranny, and leadership.

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