The Tragedy of Macbeth by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title The Tragedy of Macbeth
Note Reading ease score: 88.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note The First Folio, 1623
Summary "The Tragedy of Macbeth" by William Shakespeare is a renowned tragedy written during the early 17th century. The play explores themes of ambition, fate, and the moral consequences of one's actions, centering on the character of Macbeth, a Scottish nobleman whose desire for power leads him down a dark path of murder and tyranny. At the start of the play, the ominous atmosphere is set with thunder and lightning as three witches prophesize Macbeth’s rise to power and eventual kingship, planting the seeds of ambition in his mind. Following this, we witness Macbeth’s bravery in battle and his subsequent reward with the title of Thane of Cawdor, all while discussing the mysterious prophecies with his loyal friend Banquo. The tension builds as Macbeth grapples with the witches’ foretold greatness and the moral implications of seizing power through treachery. His wife, Lady Macbeth, soon enters the scene, showing her own ambitious inclinations and urging him to fulfill the dark prophecy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Tragedies
Subject Regicides -- Drama
Subject Macbeth, King of Scotland, active 11th century -- Drama
Subject Scotland -- Kings and rulers -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 1129
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 3, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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