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To what extent does Macbeth fulfil the role of a Shakespearean Tragic Hero? Macbeth is a typical Shakespearean tragedy; the theory of Shakespearean tragedy is very similar to Greek tragedy but has a few differences. Shakespearean is based on a central character, where the main character is of noble birth making their fall from grace (decasibus) greater. The character usually has a tragic flaw and will hurt innocents by their actions. The audience will feel a since of waste as the central character tries to redeem themselves and finally dies. Shakespearean tragedy is on Greek tragedy but was adjusted to fit the renaissance period and the Christian views of that time. Greek tragedy is based on fate whereas Shakespearean tragedy is based on free will; the writer tries to make the audience aware of their actions by making the main character and the play relevant to their own lives. In...

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