Macbeth Part 2

William Shakespeare 지음

문학일독 2025년 01월 07일 출간

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Despite Banquo’s death, Macbeth becomes increasingly consumed by fear and paranoia. He seeks the witches again, demanding to know more about his future, only to hear ominous prophecies hinting at his downfall. Ignoring these warnings, Macbeth grows more ruthless in his pursuit of power, massacring Macduff’s family. Meanwhile, Lady Macbeth, tormented by guilt over their deeds, descends into madness and ultimately takes her own life. Macbeth, convinced of his invincibility, prepares for battle as his enemies gather strength. In the final confrontation, Macbeth faces Macduff and is ultimately defeated, bringing an end to his tyrannical reign. Duncan’s son, Malcolm, ascends to the throne, restoring peace to Scotland.

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ACT III
Scene IV. The same. A Room of state in the Palace.
Scene V. The heath.
Scene VI. Forres. A Room in the Palace.
ACT IV
Scene I. A dark Cave. In the middle, a Cauldron Boiling.
Scene II. Fife. A Room in Macduff’s Castle.
Scene III. England. Before the King’s Palace.
ACT V
Scene I. Dunsinane. A Room in the Castle.
Scene II. The Country near Dunsinane.
Scene III. Dunsinane. A Room in the Castle.
Scene IV. Country near Dunsinane: a Wood in view.
Scene V. Dunsinane. Within the castle.
Scene VI. The same. A Plain before the Castle.
Scene VII. The same. Another part of the Plain.
Scene VIII. The same. Another part of the field.

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저자(글) William Shakespeare

William Shakespeare(1564–1616) was an English playwright, poet, and actor, widely regarded as one of the greatest writers in world literature. Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, he passed away in the same town in 1616. Shakespeare began his playwriting career in the 1590s, producing at least 37 plays and 154 sonnets.
His works are categorized into comedies, tragedies, and histories. Notable tragedies include Hamlet, Othello, Macbeth, and King Lear, while his comedies feature The Taming of the Shrew, A Midsummer Night's Dream, and Twelfth Night. His history plays, such as Henry V and Richard III, vividly depict political dynamics and power struggles. Shakespeare's profound exploration of universal emotions and human psychology is a hallmark of his writing.
During his career, he was associated with the Globe Theatre, epitomizing Elizabethan theatrical culture. His works have been translated and performed worldwide, continuing to captivate audiences today. As an innovator of literary language, Shakespeare enriched the English lexicon with numerous words and expressions. His works are celebrated for their timeless universality and artistic depth.