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Julius Caesar

Roman general and dictator; historical example of ambition.

minor

Also known as Caesar

First appearance: Sir Walter Raleigh

Julius Caesar shows up with force in Sir Walter Raleigh. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Used as a comparison for Raleigh's historical writing; Raleigh is described as 'the Caesar of his own story.'
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