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The Great Political Fictions: Coriolanus

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

The Contradiction of Authenticity in Coriolanus

This chapter analyzes a key moment in the play 'Coriolanus' where the main character confronts the contradiction of his own authenticity. It explores how Coriolanus initially strives to be the sole author of himself but realizes that his self-image is just a contrivance, leading to his downfall.

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