The Supernatural in Macbeth Imagery has been used throughout the history of literature to create different effects in various writings. One author who was a master of imagery is William Shakespeare. This imagery is vividly displayed in his classic tragedy, Macbeth. One image that is used throughout Macbeth is the supernatural. It is used to create an eerie mood, to show evil, and to illustrate a sense of guilt. Beginning in the first act, the …showed first 75 words of 611 total…

…showed last 75 words of 611 total…guests leave the banquet. Little do they know, Macbeth is not ill, just ridden with guilt, which is shown to the audience through images of the supernatural. Imagery is a very important aspect in Shakespearean literature, particularly in Macbeth. The supernatural proves to be a strong image throughout the entire play. It helped to set the mood of the play, highlight the play's themes, and illustrate the thoughts and frustrations of the characters. Bibliography none