Does leadership corrupt, or are those who seek power already
corrupt? Also, do leaders necessarily become corrupt at some
point in time? The answer may not be as simple as what
immediately seems correct. Various authors have explored this
theme, each with a different aspect and approach. There has
always been corruption in the world, be it on a small or large
scale. No society has been spared from this gruesome monster.
Therefore, authors have a vast field from which to pick when
writing. However, there are three that seem to particularly
stand out. These are "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding, Ayn
Rand's "Anthem," and, of course, "Julius Caesar," commonly
acknowledged as one of Shakespeare's greatest works. Corruption
means the impairment of integrity or morality. To be sure, there
are many examples of this immorality in many people and
societies during many times, and will continue to be so. Perhaps
everyone possesses a partially blackened heart, and perhaps
certain situations proceed with the charring