Coriolanus is a tragedy by William Shakespeare, first published in 1623. The play follows Caius Martius Coriolanus, a Roman general whose pride and contempt for the common people lead to his downfall. It explores themes of power, social class, and the conflict between patricians and plebeians, particularly during a time of civil unrest in Rome. The narrative highlights the tensions between Martius and the citizens he once defended, culminating in a dramatic confrontation with the Volscian leader Tullus Aufidius.
