THEA 80K Lecture 8: Macbeth -THEA80K
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Marked james vi of scotland becoming james i of england, scotland and england united to become britain. Set play in scotland long ago to avoid being seen as subverting the king. Pattern in shakespeare"s play: provide wider perspective, then introduce protagonists. Witches, captain and lennox tell duncan of macbeth and banquo"s victory, then introduce macbeth. Magicians were seen as benevolent, witches were seen as creatures of diabolical will, but could speak truth. Beginning of play: images of blood, macbeth being bloodthirsty. King duncan: more is thy due than all can pay macbeth: the service and loyalty i owe in doing pays itself . Service is most important ethic, will pave the way into heaven. Macbeth is rewarded for being a great warrior by becoming thane of cawdor in addition to glamis he decides these rewards aren"t enough. Lady macbeth reminds him that he deserves more.
