Macbeth by William Shakespeare
This classic play follows the tragic tale of Macbeth, a Scottish general whose ambition is sparked by a prophecy from three witches that he will one day become King of Scotland. Consumed by ambition and spurred on by his wife, Macbeth murders King Duncan and takes the throne. However, guilt and paranoia plague him, leading to a reign of terror and further bloodshed. His desperate attempts to cling onto power lead to his downfall, illustrating the destructive power of unchecked ambition.
The 213th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 1335
Since this book was first published in 1606, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 1335.0.
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