imagery in macbeth

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…to give a sense of understanding in the play. The three images often set the dark, underhanded mood of the story. They developed the personalities and personas of the characters, whether it was the innocence and goodness of King Duncan, the intensity and insanity of Macbeth, or the manipulative evil of Lady Macbeth. The images of birds, sleep and blood contribute greatly to the overall mood and the development of characters in the play Macbeth.