How does Macbeths character change throughout the play?
… of the King. In act I scene 2 a captain describes how Macbeth killed McDonald in battle. McDonald is a traitor and this further elevates his stature amongst the king and his followers. “Captain: … but alls too weak, for brave Macbeth where he deserves that name-” In hearing Macbeth had been described in such praise worthy terms, Shakespeare drives the audience to view the lead character with the highest regard. Macbeth comes across as an honest, obedient and most loyal servant to the king. Shakespeare wrote in approval of those who supported the Monarch. It is thought that his inspiration for the play was the current king, James I. James I was known for his interest in witchcraft and the supernatural. Furthermore, he liked plays that dealt with the concerns of royal life, for example, loyalty, family ties and most importantly public perception of the monarchy. Hence the issues of personal power, trust …
