Macbeth

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Macbeth

by William Shakespeare

DE·~1 hours

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In the mist‑shrouded highlands of Scotland, a fierce battle rages as the kingdom’s forces clash with rebellious clans. Amid the thunder and rain, three enigmatic witches appear, weaving cryptic verses that foretell a rise to power for a valiant warrior named Macbeth. Their unsettling prophecy plants the seed of ambition in the heart of the celebrated general, whose bravery has just earned him the king’s admiration.

Back at the royal camp, King Duncan rewards Macbeth and his companion Banquo, praising their daring exploits on the battlefield. Yet the promise whispered by the witches lingers, stirring a restless desire for greatness that begins to eclipse loyalty. As Macbeth returns home, his thoughts are haunted by the possibility of seizing the crown, setting the stage for a tense struggle between duty, destiny, and the dark allure of unchecked ambition.

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Language

de

Duration

~1 hours (106K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Release date

2004-11-01

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare

1564–1616

Often called the greatest writer in the English language, this English playwright and poet created dramas and verses that still feel alive on the page and stage. His stories of ambition, love, jealousy, power, and loss continue to speak to readers centuries later.

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