William Shakespeare
Timon of Athens is one of Shakespeare’s darkest and most biting tragedies. It follows the descent of a wealthy Athenian from extravagant generosity to bitter misanthropy after he is abandoned by flatterers and false friends. Stripped of wealth and trust, Timon withdraws from society to condemn its hypocrisy and greed. Stark, ironic, and philosophical, the play explores themes of loyalty, justice, and the corrosive power of money with enduring relevance.