Shakespeare Closely Read

81. Macbeth - A little water clears us of this deed

Shakespeare Closely Read

Show Notes

With Lady Macbeth urging him on, Macbeth kills King Duncan and they frame two servants. When the king's body is discovered, Macbeth kills the two servants, supposedly in a rage at what they had done. Duncan's sons flee, rightly suspecting Macbeth. Macbeth turns his attention to Banquo.

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