Longman Schools Shakespeare MacBeth
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Book
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ISBN 10
0582848733
ISBN 13
9780582848733
Category
Fiction/Littérature
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Publication Year
2004
Publisher
Pages
256
Subject
English Theatre
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Abstract
In 1603, James VI of Scotland ascended the English throne, becoming James I of England. London was alive with an interest in all things Scottish, and Shakespeare turned to Scottish history for material. He found a spectacle of violence and stories of traitors advised by witches and wizards, echoing James’s belief in a connection between treason and witchcraft.
In depicting a man who murders to become king, Macbeth teases us with huge questions. Is Macbeth tempted by fate, or by his or his wife’s ambition? Why does their success turn to ashes?
Like other plays, Macbeth speaks to each generation. Its story was once seen as that of a hero who commits an evil act and pays an enormous price. Recently, it has been applied to nations that overreach themselves and to modern alienation. The line is blurred between Macbeth’s evil and his opponents’ good, and there are new attitudes toward both witchcraft and gender.
In depicting a man who murders to become king, Macbeth teases us with huge questions. Is Macbeth tempted by fate, or by his or his wife’s ambition? Why does their success turn to ashes?
Like other plays, Macbeth speaks to each generation. Its story was once seen as that of a hero who commits an evil act and pays an enormous price. Recently, it has been applied to nations that overreach themselves and to modern alienation. The line is blurred between Macbeth’s evil and his opponents’ good, and there are new attitudes toward both witchcraft and gender.
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*Unrivalled design that is enticing and clear for all students, including low-attainers. *Dramatic photography from a range of productions to stimulate discussion. *Targeted support that helps pupils to understand the play and its language. *Interpretation-based questions and activities that encourage students to explore the plays in performance.
Aides disponibles : Conseils méthodologiques -- Guide / fiche d’utilisation -- Notes de vocabulaire en langue d’apprentissage
Descriptif : Texte original et étude détaillée de la pièce.
Résumé : Un ambitieux seigneur Ecossais prend le pouvoir grâce à l'aide de sa femme et de trois sorcières.
Aides disponibles : Conseils méthodologiques -- Guide / fiche d’utilisation -- Notes de vocabulaire en langue d’apprentissage
Descriptif : Texte original et étude détaillée de la pièce.
Résumé : Un ambitieux seigneur Ecossais prend le pouvoir grâce à l'aide de sa femme et de trois sorcières.
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