The Tragedy of Macbeth

"The Tragedy of Macbeth" by William Shakespeare is a haunting and timeless tale of ambition, betrayal, and the corrupting influence of power. Set in medieval Scotland, the play follows the rise and fall of Macbeth, a brave and loyal general who is driven to murderous lengths by his insatiable desire for the throne.
At the outset of the play, Macbeth and his fellow general Banquo encounter three witches who prophesy that Macbeth will become king. Spurred on by ambition and egged on by his ambitious wife, Lady Macbeth, Macbeth murders King Duncan and seizes the throne for himself. However, his actions set off a chain reaction of violence and paranoia as Macbeth's guilt and fear drive him to commit increasingly heinous acts to maintain his grip on power.

William Shakespeare (bapt. 26 April 1564 - 23 April 1616) was an English playwright, poet and actor. He is regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet and the Bard of Avon (or simply the Bard). His extant works, including collaborations, consist of some 39 plays, 154 sonnets, three long narrative poems, and a few other verses, some of uncertain authorship. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. Shakespeare remains arguably the most influential writer in the English language, and his works continue to be studied and reinterpreted.