The Downfall of Macbeth

Macbeth is a play that tells a story of a brave Scottish general who receives a prophecy from three witches that he will one day become King of Scotland. Consumed with thoughts and pushed into action by his wife, Macbeth murders King Duncan, and takes control of the throne. He begins his reign tormented with guilt and fear and soon becomes an oppressive ruler. He is then forced to commit more and more murders to …

…that happens from that point forward was based on our observation; Macbeth seizing the crown; the dissolution of his marriage; the murders of Banquo; Lady Mcduff and the children; the death of Lady Macbeth; Macbeth's defeat and death. Macbeth was given many choices, but instead he chose his own gain over the welfare of his people. He also puts himself before any consideration of family or the community that is made up of those families.