Kingship in Macbeth | Theme Analysis

This short analysis of the theme of kingship in Macbeth will help you to understand how Shakespeare explores the nature of a true king and the consequences of usurping the throne in Macbeth.

Kingship in Macbeth is one of the most important themes in the play. Shakespeare explores this theme through contrasting the characters of Duncan, the true king, and Macbeth, the tyrant and traitor.

This video summarises how the theme of kingship in Macbeth can be analysed using key quotes from the play which relate to this theme. If you're revising for GCSE English or any other relevant qualification, let me know how you have found this video in the comments section.

All artwork was drawn by Robert Simpson.