Violence in Macbeth | Theme Analysis

This short analysis of the theme of violence in Macbeth will help you to understand how Shakespeare explores how murder and treason lead to the destruction of the life of a once heroic soldier.

Violence in Macbeth is one of the most important themes in the play. Shakespeare explores this theme through battlefield killings, murder and wicked thoughts and intentions.

This video summarises how the theme of violence 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.