Macbeth (the character)

Macbeth (the character)

1. Here we see the reason as to why Macbeth is a complex character. He has two images: brutal and nobel.

   • This is forshadowed by his duplicit nature in the begining after recieving the prophecy and hearing of his promotion to thane of Cawdor.
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       • 'Two truths are told, As happy prologues to the swelling act Of the imperial theme.' Act 1 Scene 3
       • 'This supernatural soliciting Cannot be ill, cannot be good. If ill, Why hath it given me earnest of success, Commencing in a truth? I am thane of Cawdor. If good, why do I yield to that suggestion Whose horrid image doth unfix my hair And make my seated heart knock at my ribs, Against the use of nature? Present fears Are less than horrible imaginings.' (Macbeth) Act 1 Scene 3
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