Macbeth by SparkNotes

Macbeth

SparkNotes

240 pages first pub 1606 (editions)

fiction classics play dark tense medium-paced

Description

Read Shakespeare’s plays in all their brilliance—and understand what every word means!
Don’t be intimidated by Shakespeare! These popular guides make the Bard’s plays accessible and enjoyable.

Community Reviews Summary of 53,011 reviews

Moods

dark 89%
tense 58%
mysterious 40%
challenging 36%
adventurous 25%
reflective 23%
emotional 21%
sad 13%
funny 7%
informative 2%
inspiring 1%

Pace

medium 44%
fast 39%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Character: 38% | Plot: 14%

Strong character development?

Yes: 51% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 21%

Loveable characters?

No: 58% | It's complicated: 31% | Yes: 8% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 78% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 6% | N/A: 5%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 94% | It's complicated: 3% | No: 1%

Average rating

3.81

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