The Tragedy of MacbethGraphic Arts Books, 23/02/2021 - 104 páginas Macbeth, a successful solider, is visited by Three Witches who claim he will soon become king, but his ascension may be thwarted by other parties. Macbeth is driven by ambition and takes drastic steps to secure his place on the throne. After a successful military career in the Scottish army, Macbeth receives life-changing news. Three Witches deliver a prophesy stating that he will be the country’s future king. He shares this information with his wife, Lady Macbeth, who is intrigued by his fate. The duo is concerned about potential threats to his position including the king’s son Malcolm and the army captain, Banquo. Macbeth becomes obsessed with the prophesy, committing acts of violence towards the current King Duncan, his heir and the captain. As Macbeth’s desire for power grows, so does the bloodshed across the kingdom. Macbeth is a haunting prophecy that hinges on the moral decisions of its protagonist. This captivating story highlights the many flaws of man including ego, greed and fear. It’s a brilliant character-driven piece that’s one of Shakespeare’s most adapted and performed plays. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Macbeth is both modern and readable. |
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... LENNOX, nobleman of Scotland ROSS, nobleman of Scotland MENTEITH nobleman of Scotland ANGUS, nobleman of Scotland CAITHNESS, nobleman of Scotland SIWARD, Earl of Northumberland, general of the English forces YOUNG SIWARD, his son SEYTON ...
... Lennox, with Attendants, meeting a bleeding Sergeant. DUNCAN: What bloody man is that? He can report, As seemeth by his plight, of the revolt The newest state. MALCOLM: This is the sergeant Who like a good and hardy soldier fought ...
... LENNOX: What a haste looks through his eyes! So should he look That seems to speak things strange. ROSS: God save the King! DUNCAN: Whence camest thou, worthy Thane? ROSS: From Fife, great King, Where the Norweyan banners flout the sky ...
... Lennox, and Attendants. DUNCAN: Is execution done on Cawdor? Are not Those in commission yet return'd? MALCOLM: My liege, They are not yet come back. But I have spoke With one that saw him die, who did report That very frankly he ...
... Lennox, Macduff, Ross, Angus, and Attendants. DUNCAN: This castle hath a pleasant seat; the air Nimbly and sweetly recommends itself Unto our gentle senses. BANQUO: This guest of summer, The temple-haunting martlet, does approve By his ...