William Shakespeare, Carol Rutter (Editor, Introduction)
Macbeth (Penguin Shakespeare)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141396316
- author:
- William Shakespeare, Carol Rutter (Editor, Introduction)
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 12.7 x 1.5 x 19.6 cm
- Genre:
- Poetry, Drama & Criticism, Drama,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
William Shakespeare's Macbeth is a haunting theatrical poem that explores the darker aspects of human nature. When supernatural forces promise him a golden future as ruler of Scotland, Macbeth is spurred into action by his wife, leading to a bloody and terrifying descent into madness. As he struggles to come to terms with the consequences of his actions, Macbeth must confront the terror of his own guilt and the haunting presence of those he has killed. This bleak portrayal of ambition and desire serves as a warning about the devastating cost of seeking power at any price. Edited by George Hunter and featuring an introduction by Stanley Wells, this edition provides a thought-provoking exploration of one of Shakespeare's most enduring works.
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