"The True Macbeth. A Critical Essay" by Homer B. Sprague offers a detailed examination of Shakespeare's play "Macbeth," delving into its historical context and literary merit. Sprague's analysis provides readers with a deeper understanding of the characters, plot, and themes that make "Macbeth" a timeless work of dramatic literature. This essay explores the historical influences on Shakespeare's portrayal of Macbeth, offering insights into the real Scottish king and the events that inspired the play. Ideal for students, scholars, and anyone interested in Shakespearean drama, this critical essay sheds light on the enduring appeal of "Macbeth."This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.