Macbeth
64 Pages
Macbeth, King of Scotland, active 11th century
Regicides
Scotland
Tragedies
Summary
Macbeth by William Shakespeare is a tragedy that delves into the themes of ambition, power, and guilt. It follows the story of Macbeth, a Scottish general whose life changes drastically when he encounters three witches who prophesy his future as king. Driven by the prophecy and spurred on by his wife's ambition, Macbeth murders King Duncan and ascends to the throne. However, his guilt and paranoia fuel a tyrannical rule that leads to his downfall.
Famous Quotes
Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow, Creeps in this petty pace from day to day - Macbeth
Out, damned spot! out, I say! - Lady Macbeth
Fair is foul, and foul is fair - Witches
Is this a dagger which I see before me, The handle toward my hand? - Macbeth