How is the change in Macbeth and Lady Macbeth shown throughout all of the acts? This essay will show how Shakespeare presents change in Macbeth and Lady Macbeth over the course of the play. Shakespeare wrote "Macbeth" specifically for King James I. The king was a large supporter of the theatre, Shakespeare's company even became known as "The King's Men." James I was a very superstitious monarch, he hated the idea of witches and paranormal activity.
Macbeth has become one of Shakespeare’s most famous plays, and has been enjoyed and speculated over by many. The supernatural element of the play, which appeals to both the modern and Shakespearean audience, adds to the dramatic effect of the plot and to the general imagery of the play. His inclusion of witches would shock an audience of his day, while teasing a modern audience with the big question their presence imposes- Is Macbeth acting of his own desire? It is not known whether Shakespeare intended this question to surround the play, but nevertheless it is one of the reasons for it’s reputation as one of his better plays. The way a play looks on stage is as important as how it is written.
If it wasn't for the influences of the people surrounding him, he would have lived happily as Thane of Cawdor, an honourable title in itself. The downfall of Macbeth was ignited by the actions by those around him, mainly the witches and his wife Lady Macbeth, and eventually, his ambitions took over. Macbeth never had the intention of killing his king, but was ultimately persuaded that it was the correct thing to do. The three witches planted the seed of ambition within Maceth. They were the driving force behind Banquo and King Duncan's killing.
Macbeth says, “If chance will have me king, why chance may crown me/Without my stir.” (1.3.143).This is significant because Macbeth still has a sense of right and wrong. These bad thoughts eventually come back when King Duncan states that Malcolm will be the next king. Scared that his second prophecy would not come true, fear leads him to make rash decisions. As Lady Macbeth pressures Macbeth to kill King Duncan, paranoia takes over Macbeth. When people find out that the king is murdered they accuse the guards.
Shakespeare presents villains in a way that entices the audience through his way or words and techniques used. He makes us wonder who the actual villain is in this story and plays with emotions such as guilt, sympathy and paranoia. I will be analysing Shakespeare's use of language, how he shows the change of character in Macbeth through his choice of words, and what the true meaning of a villain actually is by comparing Shakespeare's work and use of literature with three other well known poems. Throughout the story line of Macbeth, Shakespeare has shown a stark contrast between Macbeths' original personality to the one that he had finally developed. Starting from a victorious, respectable, glorified hero who was a ruthless killing machine, Macbeth then turns into a paranoid, merciless and unstable character which Shakespeare is able to shape, due to the various factors that would change Macbeth.
Shakespeare presents villains in a way that entices the audience through his way or words and techniques used. He makes us wonder who the actual villain is in this story and plays with emotions such as guilt, sympathy and paranoia. I will be analysing Shakespeare's use of language, how he shows the change of character in Macbeth through his choice of words, and what the true meaning of a villain actually is by comparing Shakespeare's work and use of literature with three other well known poems. Throughout the story line of Macbeth, Shakespeare has shown a stark contrast between Macbeths' original personality to the one that he had finally developed. Starting from a victorious, respectable, glorified hero who was a ruthless killing machine, Macbeth then turns into a paranoid, merciless and unstable character which Shakespeare is able to shape, due to the various factors that would change Macbeth.
At the beginning of the play, he was loyal to the king. While he did imagine murder his mind rejected it and he said, "Why, if fate will have me king, why, chance may crown me". As the play progresses, Macbeth slowly begins to rely on the witches’ prophecies. Shakespeare uses
Hamlet-No Fear Shakespeare by Neil Babra is a graphic version of the Shakespeare classic Hamlet in modern English. The book is aimed towards students who find Shakespearean plays a difficult read because of the dialect and/or find Shakespeare boring. This graphic version of Hamlet has made the classic play more enthralling, readable and more understandable and is an enjoyable read not only for students studying Hamlet, but anyone who enjoys graphic novels-definitely recommended! Hamlet is a young prince whose father is killed by his very own uncle. Lost in the betrayal of his mother, uncle and his girlfriend Ophelia- Hamlet is the story of how a young prince tries to avenge his father’s death and the situations and consequences that follow.
The plot reveals that Hamlet’s father has been murdered by Claudius, which in turn has caused Hamlet to resent him and therefore wanting to avenge his father, that is why this text is called a revenge tragedy. The main reason why this text is still studied today and will continue to be studied in the future is because this play outlines many themes and ideas that are still seen as important in today’s society. Honour is a major theme expressed in this play having revenge also tied along with it. Hamlet is the Prince of Denmark and is heir to the throne which means he must have a sense of honour considering the weight of this position. Claudius on the other hand has decided to take his position on the throne by marrying Gertrude in the short time span since the king’s death which is seen as a dishonourable act by Hamlet.
Macbeth further condones this in his action to the witches’ prophecy that he will become king. Once made Thane of Cawdor, Macbeth realizes the truth in the witches’ predictions, and immediately begins to contemplate the other part of their prophecy. “My thought, whose murder yet is but fantastical,” (Act 1, sc. 3, line 151-152) he thinks, bringing murder to the front of his mind almost as soon as the witches are proven correct. Later in the play, Macbeth’s yearning for power, encouraged by the weird sisters, convinces him to kill the king and assume the throne.