Macbeth by William Shakespeare

In 1603, James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne, becoming James I of England. London was alive with an interest in all things Scottish, and Shakespeare turned to Scottish history for material. He found a spectacle of violence and stories of traitors advised by witches and wizards, echoing James’s belief in a connection between treason and witchcraft.

In depicting

Original Title
The Tragedie of Macbeth

ISBN
0743477103
(ISBN13: 9780743477109)

Edition Language
English

Characters
  • Macbeth, King of Scots
  • Caithness
  • Fleance
  • Seyward
  • Young Siward

    • Seyton

  • First Witch
  • Second Witch
  • Third Witch
  • Lady Macduff

setting
  • Scotland

    • Shakespeare’s Macbeth

    In Shakespeare’s Macbeth, specific scenes focus the readers’ attention to the suspense and involvement of the supernatural. The use of witches, apparitions and ghosts provide important elements in making the play interesting. Examining certain scenes of the play, it can be determined that as supernatural occurrences develop, Macbeth reflects a darker self-image. Macbeth experiences his … Read more