Macbeth Paperback - 2004
by Shakespeare, William
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- Title Macbeth
- Author Shakespeare, William
- Binding Paperback
- Edition [ Edition: First
- Condition Used - Very Good
- Pages 272
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Simon & Schuster, New York, New York, U.S.A.
- Date 2004
- Illustrated Yes
- Bookseller's Inventory # G0743482794I4N10
- ISBN 9780743482790 / 0743482794
- Weight 0.72 lbs (0.33 kg)
- Dimensions 8.38 x 5.46 x 0.65 in (21.29 x 13.87 x 1.65 cm)
- Ages 12 to 17 years
- Grade levels 7 - 12
- Library of Congress subjects Macbeth, Regicides
- Dewey Decimal Code 822.33
About this book
Macbeth by William Shakespeare is a tragic play that delves into the destructive consequences of unchecked ambition. The story follows Macbeth, a Scottish nobleman, who, driven by his wife's relentless ambition and the prophecies of three witches, succumbs to his own inner darkness. As he ascends to the throne through deceit, Macbeth becomes consumed by guilt and paranoia. The play explores themes of power, guilt, fate, and the corrupting nature of ambition. Through vivid imagery, complex characters, and dramatic soliloquies, Shakespeare masterfully crafts a tale that exposes the psychological turmoil and moral decay that accompany the pursuit of power, leaving the audience with a haunting reflection on the human condition.
Macbeth's precise date remains uncertain, but it is generally considered contemporaneous with other canonical tragedies such as Hamlet, Othello, and King Lear. While some suggest an original writing date as early as 1599, it is more likely that the play was composed no earlier than 1603, celebrating King James' ancestors and the Stuart accession to the throne. Scholars believe Macbeth was written in 1606, following the Gunpowder Plot, with references and allusions to the plot and its trials. The play also reflects the political context of James' reign, exploring themes of kingship and rebellion.Summary
Freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the play
Full explanatory notes conveniently placed on pages facing the text of the play
Scene-by-scene plot summaries
A key to famous lines and phrases
An introduction to reading Shakespeare's language
An essay by an outstanding scholar providing a modern perspective on the play
Illustrations from the Folger Shakespeare Library's vast holdings of rare books
Essay by Susan Snyder
The Folger Shakespeare Library in Washington, D.C., is home to the world's largest collection of Shakespeare's printed works, and a magnet for Shakespeare scholars from around the globe. In addition to exhibitions open to the public throughout the year, the Folger offers a full calendar of performances and programs. For more information, visit www.folger.edu.
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