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Prince Escalus: character portrait from Romeo and Juliet (William Shakespeare)

A character in Romeo and Juliet

Prince Escalus

Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare1597

The ruling Prince of Verona who condemns the feud, banishes Romeo for killing Tybalt, and pronounces the tragic reckoning over the lovers' bodies.

Also known as: Escalus, the Prince, Prince of Verona

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Inside the story

Meet Prince Escalus

Prince Escalus is the ruler of Verona, where the Montague and Capulet families are locked in a dangerous feud. He stands above both households as the city's authority, responsible for keeping public order while their long-standing hostility threatens peace in the streets.

On the page

A stately, authoritative ruler of middle age, robed in the ornate ceremonial garments and chain of office of a sovereign prince, his face stern with command.

From the illustrated edition

Prince Escalus in the story

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Romeo and Juliet, illustrated page 5: Enter Prince Escalus, with Attendants.Enter Prince Escalus, with Attendants.

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