What kind of book do you think is the most attractive According to the critical lens
statement ," to be truly memorable , a book must have at its core one of life 's great quests:
the quest for love , truth , or power ." This means that what makes a story interesting , and
have a unforgettable plot is how the characters search for love , truth , or power . I agree
with this statement . William Shakespeare 's play Julius Caesar and Sophocles 's play
Oedipus the King both illustrate the truth of the statement .
In the play Julius Caesar by William Shakespeare , the inquiry for truth and power is
the things that gain our attention . Caesar 's superior position damaged Cassius 's freedom
and prestige . So Cassius decided to persuade Brutus to join the conspiracy to throw over
Caesar . Thus , his motive was envy , not patriotism . He was characterized as a selfish
and petty man . However , Brutus who is well - respected by the Roman people worried
about the public good stating that :" I myself have no reason to strike out at him , except
the public good . ( Act 2 , Scene 1 ) By thinking that Caesar 's ambition will cause a
negative result for the country , Brutus joined the conspiracy . He is characterized as a
naive , idealistic man who can be easily persuaded by Cassius . After Brutus killed
Caesar , he was regretful about the truth . Because a Civil War broke out . It certainly
harmed the Roman people . He expressed his guilt by his line "Pindarus , your master has
made me wish that things we 've done could be undone ."( Act 4 , Scene 2 ) It was ironic
that the exact the opposite things happened . Brutus wanted to make a better life for the
citizens , but he failed . As he lost the Civil War , he took responsibility for his crime and
punished himself . He committed suicide . Brutus ' s action brought out the theme which
is good intension can lead to bad cons
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