... impression." Almost contradictory is the definition of "reality": "Actual being or existence, as opposed to an imaginary, idealized, or false nature." A prominent theme in Shakespeare's play Macbeth is the contrast between appearance and reality. This theme is interlaced through each act of the play. In the Act ... told by Macbeth. Macbeth is infatuated with the thought of becoming king, and dwells on the notion of becoming king. Macbeth appears to be unfazed by the prophecies so that when Duncan is murdered he will seem inculpable. During Macbeth's dagger soliloquy, he is overcome with...

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