Monologue

Martius Monologue from Coriolanus

From Coriolanus by William Shakespeare

male · defiant · 1:18 min

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Those are they That most are willing. If any such be here— As it were sin to doubt—that love this painting Wherein you see me smeared; if any fear Lesser his person than an ill report; If any think brave death outweighs bad life, And that his country’s dearer than himself; Let him alone, or so many so minded, Wave thus to express his disposition And follow Martius. O, me alone! Make you a sword of me? If these shows be not outward, which of you But is four Volsces? None of you but is Able to bear against the great Aufidius A shield as hard as his. A certain number, Though thanks to all, must I select from all. The rest shall bear the business in some other fight, As cause will be obeyed. Please you to march, And I shall quickly draw out my command, Which men are best inclined.

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Martius stands before a group, rallying them to follow him into battle, expressing his disdain for cowardice and his commitment to his country.

30s · determination · honor · power · identity · courage

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