Macbeth - Shakespeare

ISBN: 9781904271413

Macbeth, one of Shakespeare's most renowned tragedies, delves into the corrosive effects of ambition and guilt. The play follows the rise and fall of Macbeth, a Scottish nobleman who, spurred on by the prophetic words of three witches and the relentless ambition of his wife, Lady Macbeth, descends into moral chaos after murdering King Duncan to seize the throne. As Macbeth's grip on power tightens, his paranoia escalates, leading to further bloodshed and ultimately his tragic downfall. Shakespeare masterfully explores themes of ambition, fate, and the supernatural, showcasing how unchecked desires can lead to one's ruin.

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ISBNs of note: 9780486475752, 9781904271413