The True Macbeth: A Paper (1875)

By Edward Richard Russell

Book Overview

The True Macbeth: A Paper (1875) is a historical and literary analysis of the character Macbeth from William Shakespeare's play Macbeth. Written by Edward Richard Russell, the paper aims to dispel the myths surrounding Macbeth and present a more accurate portrayal of the Scottish king. Russell draws upon historical sources and Shakespeare's own writings to argue that Macbeth was not the ruthless and power-hungry villain he is often portrayed as, but rather a complex and conflicted character who was driven to his actions by a combination of ambition, guilt, and supernatural forces. The paper also examines the themes of fate, free will, and the supernatural in the play, as well as the historical context in which it was written. Overall, The True Macbeth is a fascinating exploration of one of Shakespeare's most iconic characters and a valuable contribution to the study of literature and history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 110440477X
• ISBN13: 9781104404772
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"