Macbeth

Book Synopsis: Macbeth by William Shakespeare is the quintessential tragedy of ambition, betrayal, and guilt. Written in the early 1600s, this classic play is considered one of the most influential works in literature. In this timeless tale, Macbeth, a brave and loyal general, is consumed by ambition when he is prophesied to become king. Driven by his desires and the deceptive words of his wife, Macbeth embarks on a murderous journey to gain the throne. Despite his efforts, however, he is unable to outrun fate, and he is eventually faced with devastating consequences. A thought-provoking and captivating story, Macbeth is a must-read for those looking to explore the depths of the human soul and experience one of the most powerful works of literature. With its poetic language, complex characters, and profound themes, this book is sure to leave a lasting impression. Get this new pocket edition of Macbeth by William Shakespeare today and explore the timeless power of this classic tragedy.

This pocket edition is based on the original Cambridge editions, first published for the general public in the 1860s, and is designed for reading ease -- the size of a standard mass market paperback, it is convenient enough to fit in your pocket, briefcase, or purse, but it features font size large enough for easy reading in any setting, margins wide enough to be marked up by students of all ages, and paper durable enough for reading again and again.

William Shakespeare (1564-1616) was an English poet, playwright, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. His surviving works, including some collaborations, consist of about 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and several other poems. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright.

Born and raised in Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, England, Shakespeare attended King's New School in Stratford, where he learned Latin and a little Greek and read the Roman dramatists. He married Anne Hathaway, with whom he had three children: Susanna, and twins Hamnet and Judith.

Between 1585 and 1592, he began a successful career in London as an actor, writer, and part-owner of a playing company called the Lord Chamberlain's Men, later known as the King's Men. He wrote many of his known plays between 1589 and 1613. His early plays were mainly comedies and histories and these works remain regarded as some of the best work produced in these genres.

Shakespeare's later works included tragedies such as Hamlet, Othello, King Lear, Macbeth, and Antony and Cleopatra. He was a respected poet and playwright in his own day, but his reputation did not truly rise to the heights it is today until the 19th century. Today, his works are amongst the most widely performed and read in the world.

Shakespeare's influence on theatre can be seen in the development of the English language, the use of soliloquies and asides, and the popularity of the romance genre. He is often credited with popularizing the sonnet form in English literature, and many of his works are still studied and performed today. He is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist.