'Macbeth': masculinity as Macbeth's hamartia
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I can confidently describe how insecurities surrounding masculinity lead to Macbeth's downfall.
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Arguably, Macbeth's presentation as a brave warrior is a façade for his own insecurities.
Macbeth's insecurities are a result of a patriarchal society.
Arguably, both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth are victims of the society that they live in.
Macbeth's hamartia could be the insecurities he feels regarding his lack of patrilineal line
Macbeth's hubris, his bloodlust and his susceptability to manipulation are all parts of his hamartia.
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