Macbeth

Shakespeare: Macbeth

This is a very long web page. It contains information about Shakespeare himself, the plot summary of Macbeth, analysis of the themes, setting, sources, the use of language, detailed discussion of each of the characters etc. Although it contains only text, it is a very informative site

Macbeth: An In-Depth Analysis

on-line version of the Shakespearean tragedy, Macbeth. As well, it consists of characters analysis, theme, blossary and summaries to help reader to learn the play

Macbeth, Tales from Shakespeare, by Charles and Mary Lamb

A plot summary of Macbeth in plain English. There is a very impressive picture of Macbeth encounting the three witches on this page

STUDY QUESTIONS

Study Questions for Shakespeare's Macbeth

Twelve study questions for Macbeth posted by Dr. Massi. An excellent resource for people who are currently studying Macbeth

A Complete Set of Study Questions

Study questions for Macbeth from Act I to Act V

BACKGROUND OF THE PLAY

King James, Inspiration for Shakespeare's Macbeth

This site discusses about the relationship between Shakespeare and King James and explains why Shakespeare wrote such a play as Macbeth. There are also links to the original work of Macbeth

Macbeth - The Truth Behind the Shakespeare Myth

This page explains the rumours about the mystery behind Shakespeare's Macbeth

The Wonderful World of Macbeth

This page consists of many links that are somehow related to Macbeth. They provide information about bagpipes, the places of scotland etc.

Enjoying "Macbeth", by William Shakespeare

The web site provides details about the background of Macbeth. It also discusses about superstitions, the flaw of the tragedy, the historical setting etc.