Witches, murder, and madness come to life on the page — this is Shakespeare like your young reader has never seen it before!

Macbeth the Graphic Novel: Original Text brings one of Shakespeare's most thrilling tragedies to vivid life through compelling, easy-to-follow illustrations — all accompanied by Shakespeare's unabridged original text. The story of a man consumed by ambition, driven by dark prophecy to murder his king and descend into guilt and madness, is a perfect match for the graphic novel format. Ideal for students aged 12 and up, this edition also includes an illustrated cast of characters and fascinating background information on both Shakespeare and the historical Macbeth, giving readers valuable context alongside the drama.

Original, Unabridged Text: Shakespeare's own words are preserved in full, making this edition genuinely suitable for study as well as pleasure reading.
Visually Engaging Format: Every blood-curdling scene is depicted in dynamic illustrations that help readers follow the action and understand the language with ease.
Built-in Study Support: An illustrated cast of characters and historical background notes help readers keep track of the story and appreciate its real-world roots.
A Gateway to the Classics: Perfect for reluctant readers, students tackling Shakespeare for the first time, or any young person who loves a gripping tale of ambition and betrayal.

About the Author

William Shakespeare (1564–1616) is widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language, and Macbeth remains one of his most powerful and enduring tragedies. This graphic novel edition was adapted by John McDonald with artwork by Jon Haward, and is published by Classical Comics, a publisher dedicated to making great literature accessible and engaging for younger audiences.

Product Details

Publisher: Classical Comics
Publication date: November 2008
Language: English
Print length: 144 pages
ISBN-13: 9781906332440
Reading age: Ages 12 and up
Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.5 x 0.3 inches

Macbeth the Graphic Novel : Original Text