Macbeth | Study Guide

William Shakespeare

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Overview

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Author

William Shakespeare

Year Written

c. 1606

Type

Play

Genre

Tragedy

About the Title

As the main character in the play, Macbeth has the title role. The simplicity of the single-word title belies the intricacy of the play and its main character, however. Plot details and character details unfold side-by-side in Macbeth. Powerful yet weak, courageous yet afraid, the character of Macbeth has layers of complexity and influence that make him bigger than life or any title.

Diagrams

Murders Lady Macbeth Macbeth's wife and co-conspirator Advise Enemies Spouses Macduff Thane of Fife; defeats Macbeth in battle Duncan King of Scotland; murdered by Macbeth Macbeth Thane of Glamis; becomes King of Scotland Malcolm Duncan's heir; flees following king's death Murders Enemies Father Allies Banquo Macbeth's friend and fellow lord Witches Provide unclear prophecies that influence Macbeth's actions
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Plot Diagram

Summary

This study guide and infographic for William Shakespeare's Macbeth offer summary and analysis on themes, symbols, and other literary devices found in the text. Explore Course Hero's library of literature materials, including documents and Q&A pairs.

Characters

Macbeth Lady Macbeth Witches Banquo Macduff Duncan Malcolm

Symbols

Blood Ghosts Storms

Themes

Ambition Gender Roles Destiny versus Free Will Loyalty
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