"Macbeth," a tragedy by William Shakespeare, follows the ambitious general Macbeth, who encounters three witches that prophesy his rise to power as king. Encouraged by his wife, Lady Macbeth, Macbeth murders King Duncan to seize the throne. However, guilt and paranoia consume him as he spirals into madness, leading to more bloodshed. Macbeth's tyranny is challenged by those loyal to Duncan's lineage, and he meets a tragic end in a final battle, reflecting the consequences of unchecked ambition and the corrupting nature of power.