At the beginning of the play "Macbeth", written by Shakespeare, Lady Macbeth can be perceived as a manipulative and deeply ambitious person, which implies an overall sinister-like quality. However, as the play progresses, Lady Macbeth's character changes to one that seems deeply regretful for her actions. ... In the opening of the play, Lady Macbeth is an extremely manipulative individual that essentially has the power to control her husband's actions. ... In essence, this attack towards Macbeth introduces a pivotal theme of the play: the relationship between gender and violence. ....

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"Lady Macbeth is often regarded as the epitome of evil. ... At this stage in the play, the audience feels somewhat intimidated and frightened of Lady Macbeth's domineering presence. ... At the start of the play Lady Macbeth is stronger in will than her husband is, but as the play progresses they exchange roles with Macbeth excluding his wife in pivotal decisions such as the murdering of the Macduff family and of Banquo saying "Be innocent of the knowledge, dearest chuck."" ... Ironically, towards the end of the play, Lady Macbeth becomes obsessed with imaginary blood all over her hands th...

• Word Count: 1103
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: Undergraduate