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Tyrant; Shakespeare on Power by Stephen Greenblatt

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English

Voice Age

Young Adult (18-35)

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North American (General)

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He has always had wealth. He was born into it and my example use of it. But though he enjoys having what money can get him, it is not what most excites him. What excites him is the joy of domination. He is a bully. Easily enraged, he strikes out at anyone who stands in his way. He enjoys seeing others cringe, tremble or wince with pain. He is gifted at detecting weakness and deft at mockery and insult. The's skills attract followers who are drawn to the same cruel delight, even if they cannot have it to his unmatched degree. Though they know that he is dangerous, the followers help him advance to his goal, which is the possession of supreme power.