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Macebth: Power of Knowledge
In William Shakespeare's Macbeth the protagonist is lured to murder the king, Duncan, by the desire for power, an appetite whetted by witch's prophecies and his wife's encouragement. But when he reaches the kingship, he finds himself insecure. He attempts to remove threats that decrease his security, including his companion Banquo and his son Fleance, prophesied to be king. His lords ....
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.... murder, Macbeth says, "To know my deed, 'twere best not know myself." (Act II, Scii, L. 93) Knowing that he has committed such a vile act, makes Macbeth uncomfortable. It will be difficult to act innocent and to deal with his guilt. When he later decides to murder Banquo and Fleance, he tells his wife, "Be innocent of the knowledge, dearest chuck, / Till thou applaud the deed." (Act III, Scii, L. 51-52) Hecate sets Macbeth up for his final fall, explaining her ....
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