ACT+I+THEMES

Appearance vs Reality



The theme of Macbeth centers on how ambition and greed can overpower morality and overrun human nature. The natural wish of all leaders to increase their power, such as Macbeth

What is man?

At the beginning of the play, specifically Act 1, sc. 2, Macbeth is shown to be a brave soldier, valiant and successful in battle. The character of Macbeth that William Shakespeare creates serves as a classic example of a seemingly good man turns bad.

Disease

Imagery of animals, nature, and darkness help create a foreboding atmosphere. In particular, the imagery of disease acts as a metaphor for evil and corruption.

Devan Holcolm