... mature man of definitely established character, successful in certain fields of activity and enjoying an enviable reputation. However, we must not conclude that all his volitions and actions are predictable. Macbeth's character, like all mortal men, can choose any path he wishes, but is driven by some inordinate desire for some ... nature to make him upright in all his dealings with those about him. His moral goodness, however, is undeveloped and indeed still rudimentary, for his voluntary acts are scarcely brought into harmony with his ultimate end. As he returns victorious battle, pu...

• Word Count: 1619
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

... the end of the play when Macduff came back to murder Macbeth. Macbeth would never have guessed that Macduff would come back for revenge for the killing in Macduff's household. This nemesis shows an additional force beyond Macbeth's control. Because of Macbeth's strong beliefs in ... of his own natural from whose exactions of devastating penalties he seeks release: Come, seeling night... And with thy bloody and invisible hand Cancel and tear to pieces that great bond Which keeps me pale. He conceives that quick escape from the accusations of ... . This spectacle of spiritual deteriorati...

• Word Count: 2254
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: Undergraduate