The Tragedie Of Macbeth

Themes of power and ambition drive the narrative as Macbeth, a Scottish nobleman, succumbs to the prophecy of three witches that he will become king. Encouraged by Lady Macbeth, he commits regicide, igniting a spiral of guilt and paranoia that leads to further violence and his eventual downfall. The play features complex characters like Banquo and Macduff, along with iconic lines that have cemented its status as one of Shakespeare's greatest works, still celebrated in modern performances and studies.