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William Shakespeare

Titus Andronicus

William ShakespeareFiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1594

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William Shakespeare

Titus Andronicus

Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 1594
Book Details
Pages

250

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Rome • Antiquity

Publication Year

1594

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Titus Andronicus by William Shakespeare follows Roman General Titus Andronicus who returns to Rome after a successful campaign against the Goths. Amid political turmoil, Titus sacrifices the son of the captured Queen Tamora, inciting her vengeance. Complex revenge plots unfold involving Titus's family and the new Emperor Saturninus, culminating in a brutal cycle of violence and retribution. Topics include graphic violence, sexual assault, murder, and mutilation.

Dark

Unnerving

Mysterious

Melancholic

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.2

32,159 ratings

59%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Titus Andronicus sparks mixed reviews. Praised for its visceral intensity and dramatic flair, it captivates audiences with its raw emotion and dark themes. However, critics often point out its excessive violence and convoluted plot as detractors. While some acclaim its bold storytelling, others find it lacking the subtlety and nuance of Shakespeare's later works.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Titus Andronicus?

Readers who enjoy dark, violent, and tragic narratives filled with political intrigue will appreciate William Shakespeare's Titus Andronicus. Comparable to Thomas Kyd’s The Spanish Tragedy and the ancient plays of Seneca, it appeals to fans of classic revenge tales and intense family drama.

4.2

32,159 ratings

59%

Loved it

28%

Mixed feelings

13%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

250

Format

Play • Fiction

Setting

Rome • Antiquity

Publication Year

1594

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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