but are often ambitiously pursued with only the end result in mind. In William Shakespeare’s plays‚ Othello and Macbeth‚ an underlying connection of the result of blind ambition is presented. Through the use of ambition for power‚ love‚ and mental satisfaction‚ Shakespeare demonstrates that regardless of the source of ambition‚ if it is pursued without regard to morality‚ it results in destruction. Firstly‚ the desire for prestige and power by characters in both plays results in destruction. For
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Thomas Zimmerman Mrs. Simpson English 10H P.3 9 February‚ 2018 Following Ambition’s Path Ambition. When used by most humans‚ it can lead to dynamic or destructive outcomes‚ yet nobody really knows where it comes from. This brings up two very important questions: ¨Where does ambition come from‚ and what is its purpose?¨ In modern day life‚ these questions can be answered effortlessly. In regard to classic and contemporary literature‚ however‚ the answers are more strenuous to pursue. Not only is it
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analyzing Macbeth‚ the literary motif of ambition is exceedingly apparent. The witches’ prophecies at the beginning of the play catalyze the overzealous ambition of Lady Macbeth and subsequently Macbeth. I believe it’s important to note that Macbeth’s ambition is subsequent per se because initially he is not interested in usurping the crown by regicide‚ in fact he is extremely hesitant and guilt ridden by the whole process. Nevertheless‚ Lady Macbeth’s vehement ambition spreads like an infectious disease
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In Act 3‚ Macbeth’s ambition is portrayed apparently by his decision to kill Banquo. Lady Macbeth has brought that ambition to Macbeth strongly before in Act 2. In Act 2‚ Lady Macbeth shows her control over every decision Macbeth makes. However‚ in Act 3‚ the audience can see the change in action between Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. Macbeth seems to be more actively gives every decision in his scheme to make his ambition come true‚ and Lady Macbeth does not control Macbeth’s decision anymore. When Macbeth
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Ambition is the strong desire to achieve a goal. It is often the driving force in one’s life. However‚ individuals can be blinded by great ambition. This idea of the impact of ambition is often explored in literature. In the play‚ Macbeth‚ the playwright William Shakespeare suggests that one’s ambitions can hinder one’s life as well as the individuals around him or her. Lady Macbeth’s ambitions lead to her demise as well as to the people around her. For instance‚ her strong desire and ambition to
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The Bard of Avon saturates the pages of the tragedy Macbeth with ugly feelings of ambition - unprincipled ambition which is ready to kill for itself. Let’s thoroughly search out the major instances of ambitious behavior by the husband-wife team. Samuel Johnson in The Plays of Shakespeare explains the place of ambition in this tragedy: The danger of ambition is well described; and I know not whether it may not be said in defence of some parts which now seem improbable‚ that‚ in
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of every class and society of how ambition can led one person from good to evil. Even in today world that there are still people that are ambitious in gaining power. Adolf Hitler‚ the tyrant of Germany‚ is very much similar to Shakespeare’s character‚ Macbeth. If one ever compares the two tyrants‚ one would thinks that they are twin brothers or that Hitler based his character off of Shakespeare’s work. Both Hitler and Macbeth are similar in many ways‚ their ambition for gaining power‚ their liking
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Everyone has ambition regardless of age or culture and it can lead to success or failure. The play‚ The Tragedy of Macbeth‚ written by William Shakespeare‚ presents the rise and downfall of tragic and renowned hero‚ Macbeth‚ as he listens to the prophecy of the Three Witches saying he will be king of Scotland and plots to murder King Duncan for the throne. Eventually‚ the nobles find out Macbeth’s evil deeds to rise to power and will retake the throne back to its rightful owner‚ Malcolm‚ King Duncan’s
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"He who blinded by ambition‚ raises himself to a position whence he cannot mount higher‚ must thereafter fall with the greatest loss." - Niccolo Machiavelli. This preceding quote effectively describes Macbeth’s fight to gain and maintain his role as King of Scotland. Throughout the play‚ Macbeth did anything necessary to become King. When he feared his reign was at risk‚ he again did whatever he thought was necessary to ensure his role. His ambitions caused him to take part in many regretful acts
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John Armour Hindman 4th 5/13/10 Power Ambition and Honor The fact is power corrupts‚ unless one knows how to use it. Everyone has ambition; it is the desire for achievement and the willingness to strive for its attainment. (1) Ambition can give us great things; strength‚ admiration and respect‚ but ambition as well as power has the ability to corrupt. Finally‚ honor‚ a title given to people who have completed a noble act. But some honorable‚ powerful and ambitious people go too far and forget
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