Macbeth: With an Introduction and Notes (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

William Shakespeare

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0260260789 ISBN 13: 9780260260789

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore Shakespeare’s Macbeth with authority and context that deepen every page you read.

This edition pairs the drama with a thorough introduction and extensive notes, helping readers see the play’s history, language, and craft more clearly.

The introduction surveys the sources behind the tragedy, explains how historical events shaped the story, and discusses scholarly debates about when the play was written and first performed. The notes offer accessible explanations of terms, references, and stage practices, so you can follow the text with confidence. Together, they illuminate character, plot, and the eerie atmosphere that makes Macbeth endure.

• A detailed introduction to sources, history, and the play’s creation.
• Extensive notes that clarify language, allusions, and key ambiguities.
• Guidance on reading Shakespearean diction and stagecraft in this edition.
• An index to navigate themes, characters, and historical references.

Ideal for students, teachers, and any reader who wants a richer, more informed encounter with the tragedy.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0260260789
• ISBN 13: 9780260260789
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 224