Macbeth Character By William Shakespeare

Macbeth Author’s name Institution’s name Date Macbeth Macbeth is a very important character in the play ‘Macbeth’ by William Shakespeare. The character traits that he portrays are very significant in developing a good understanding of the values and themes that are present in the modern times. The two themes that stand out, as far as Macbeth is concerned, are domination and confidence. In the modern times, domination is a theme that has taken center stage, since it is associated with power and respect. The people who have the capacity to be dominant in their places of influence are revered and given a special place in the society. This value is evident in Macbeth as he portrays his warrior-like domination on the battlefield. The fame that falls on him as a powerful warrior wins the attention of the king and those close to him (Brown, 2004). His ability to hold on to his winning capacities on the battlefield gives him the title of a dominant soldier who is sought after by many. Domination is a universal theme that is mostly associated with powerful people at the center of power. Another value that is present in Macbeth is confidence. Confidence is what enables people do what seems to be impossible or the ability to be comfortable in a situation that others see as threatening. This is a universal theme and modern value that is present among those who have resources to achieve what they desire. In most cases, lack of resources makes people lose the confidence to do what they believe they should do. They feel incapacitated to take a stand for what they believe in. In the case of Macbeth, it is apparent that he has confidence to be the warrior that he believes he is. He...