Macbeth is a very complex character who reflects man's thirst for power through the drastic changes in his personality; thus being one of the least reasons why this intriguing character is the greatest of all well-known Shakespearean works. At the beginning of the play, Macbeth distinguishes himself as a brave soldier and is rewarded as Thane of Glamis. Macbeth's attributions at the beginning of the play can be wise, thoughtful, patient, and noble. Shortly after, he gains the title of Thane of Cawdor as predicted by the three witches; which motivate Macbeth's ambition to murder King Duncan- due to the fulfillment of the witches' first prophecy, Macbeth is foolish enough to engage in treason and murder King Duncan. Macbeth's first personality change occurs during Act II, Scene 2, where he begins to be overcome by ambition and self-doubt; “To know my act, it was better not to know myself” (II.ii). This specific action has consequently resulted in a continued decline in Macbeth's level of morality, as he is fully aware of his own tyranny. Macbeth therefore tries to forget the horrible act he has committed and to be the character who orders and disorganizes. Our perception of Macbeth as a wise and loyal soldier is now eroded, as we begin to see Macbeth constantly questioning his own actions, and is also driven to carry out new atrocities in an attempt to cover up his previous misdeeds. now its predominant character attribute. This characteristic of his personality is well represented in Act IV, scene 1, when he revisits the witches, without any coercion. His confidence and his impression of subjective impregnability are the main cause of his tragic fall. Overall due to Macbet...... middle of paper ....... The theme of masculinity is displayed throughout the play, particularly by Macbeth himself. , strengthens its position in terms of importance. This rotating notion can be justified by how the audience perceives Macbeth's need for power over womanhood and also over the throne; thus slowly developing a setting for the previous plot. Once again, Macbeth is also imperative in regards to the storyline, as he is the character in which Shakespeare tends to propose certain principles and consequences. Macbeth's role in the storyline can rightly be approached from an angle that highlights Macbeth's main character traits. light. Thanks to the abundant amount of scenes in the composition, Macbeth is described as the backbone of the play itself. Work Cited Shakespeare, William. Macbeth. New York: Washington Press, 2012.