Macbeth by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title Macbeth
Note Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #1533
Summary "Macbeth" by William Shakespeare is a tragedy written during the early 17th century. The play explores themes of ambition, fate, and moral corruption as it follows the rise and fall of Macbeth, a Scottish general whose ambition is spurred by prophesies from three witches, leading to a series of treacherous deeds, including regicide. The dynamic between Macbeth and his wife, Lady Macbeth, is central to the narrative, highlighting the corrosive effects of their desire for power. At the start of the play, we are introduced to a mysterious atmosphere as three witches meet in a desolate place amidst thunder and lightning, setting the tone for the dark events to follow. The witches greet Macbeth with prophetic titles, foretelling his rise to power as Thane of Cawdor and eventually king. Following this, we see Macbeth's valor in battle, leading to his ascent, and his interactions with Lady Macbeth, who is equally ambitious and eager to spur her husband into action against King Duncan. The opening sequence establishes the themes of ambition and fate while introducing the key players whose actions will drive the tragic narrative forward. (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. 1795
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 22, 2019
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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