Macbeth: Full Play Summary - SparkNotes
A short summary of William Shakespeare's Macbeth. This free synopsis covers all the crucial plot points of Macbeth.
Macbeth: Full Play Analysis - SparkNotes
How does Lady Macbeth's death affect Macbeth? What convinces Macbeth that he is invincible over Macduff's army? How does the Witches' prophecy about Banquo come true?
Macbeth: Study Guide - SparkNotes
From a general summary to chapter summaries to explanations of famous quotes, the SparkNotes Macbeth Study Guide has everything you need to ace quizzes, tests, and essays.
Macbeth Act 1: Scenes 1–4 Summary & Analysis - SparkNotes
A summary of Act 1: Scenes 1–4 in William Shakespeare's Macbeth. Learn exactly what happened in this chapter, scene, or section of Macbeth and what it means. Perfect for acing essays, tests, and quizzes, as well as for writing lesson plans.
Macbeth: Sparklet Scene Summaries - SparkNotes
From a general summary to chapter summaries to explanations of famous quotes, the SparkNotes Macbeth Study Guide has everything you need to ace quizzes, tests, and essays.
Macbeth: Character List - SparkNotes
Macbeth is a Scottish general and the thane of Glamis who is led to wicked thoughts by the prophecies of the three witches, especially after their prophecy that he will be made thane of Cawdor comes true. Macbeth is a brave soldier and a powerful man, but he is not a virtuous one.
Macbeth Character Analysis in Macbeth - SparkNotes
How does Lady Macbeth's death affect Macbeth? What convinces Macbeth that he is invincible over Macduff's army? How does the Witches' prophecy about Banquo come true?
Macbeth: Themes - SparkNotes
The main theme of Macbeth —the destruction wrought when ambition goes unchecked by moral constraints—finds its most powerful expression in the play’s two main characters. Macbeth is a courageous Scottish general who is not naturally inclined to commit evil deeds, yet he deeply desires power and advancement.
Macbeth: William Shakespeare & Macbeth Background - SparkNotes
Background on Macbeth. Shakespeare’s shortest and bloodiest tragedy, Macbeth tells the story of a brave Scottish general (Macbeth) who receives a prophecy from a trio of sinister witches that one day he will become King of Scotland. Consumed with ambitious thoughts and spurred to action by his wife, Macbeth murders King Duncan and seizes the ...
Macbeth: Macbeth Quotes - SparkNotes
How does Lady Macbeth's death affect Macbeth? What convinces Macbeth that he is invincible over Macduff's army? How does the Witches' prophecy about Banquo come true?