Theme and Character Summaries

🦸‍♂️ Macbeth by William Shakespeare

  • 🏰 Macbeth’s Background:
    • A loyal soldier to King Duncan, Macbeth is told by three witches that he will become king.
    • His wife, Lady Macbeth, pushes him to murder Duncan to take the throne.
  • ⚖️ Macbeth’s Inner Conflict:
    • Guilt: After killing Duncan, Macbeth feels remorse but decides to kill more to secure his rule.
    • Paranoia: He becomes obsessed with staying king and eliminates anyone who threatens his power, including Banquo.
  • 😈 Descent into Madness:
    • Macbeth becomes more ruthless, driven by fear and ambition.
    • He starts seeing ghosts and visions, indicating his mental breakdown.
  • ⚔️ End:
    • In the final battle, Macbeth is killed by Macduff.
    • His death marks the tragic end of a man whose ambition led to his downfall.