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In defence of Macbeth

May 9, 2019May 8, 2019Oxford English Team
Macbeth blog

Macbeth is often presented as a villain and it is difficult to defend him without taking the obvious route of blaming Lady Macbeth for his actions. In my view, it is not all about her manipulation of him. As I said in a previous blog , I think he has made his mind up to act on […]

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Banquo: No More Mr Nice Guy?

May 6, 2019January 9, 2020Oxford English Team
Banquo: Mr nice guy?

Banquo – Mr Nice Guy? Banquo, I admit, is a character I have never considered in much detail – any notes, character profiles of him simply present him as loyal, sensible etc. He is Macbeth’s friend, Duncan’s supporter, a sort of all-round good guy who is horribly betrayed and murdered by his bezzie. Rarely is […]

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Lady Macbeth: Warrior or Worrier?

April 25, 2019February 19, 2020Oxford English Team
Lady Macbeth: Warrior or Worrier

Part of our series of posts that focus on a key character from exam set texts. Offering alternative interpretations and insights, these are ideal for sharing with students as they revise and prepare for their English Literature exams. We are often told that Lady Macbeth challenges the stereotype of women. It has become a stereotype […]

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