Shakespeare Essay Although people have a mind of their own and are responsible for their own actions, it is through outside influences which give them the sheer potential to do the unpredictable. This is exactly what is portrayed in the play Macbeth, written by William Shakespeare. Macbeth cannot be considered guilty as it was the devious plot of the three witches and his ambitious wife that were the obvious influences for his actions. In addition, …showed first 75 words of 595 total…

…showed last 75 words of 595 total…Macbeth must have been in a far worse state of mind. Taking this into consideration, Macbeth is not held responsible for his own actions. It is evident, after examination of the facts, that innocence of Macbeth can be seen. It is without a doubt, his beloved wife, the three witches and his mental instability which destined his fate. At any point, Macbeth could not have fully intended to commit the actions portrayed in the events.