Shakespeare's works from the 16th century are great stories regarded as still having relevance to modern society. One of the ways this is possible is through the dramatic techniques used. This is evident from one of his greatest works, Macbeth. In Shakespeare's Macbeth ambition conspires with unholy forces to commit evil deeds, which, in their turn, generate fear, guilt and still more horrible crimes. Above all, Macbeth is a character study in which two protagonists …showed first 75 words of 837 total…

…showed last 75 words of 837 total…The hideous quality of evil is also suggested by the animal imagery - animals that prey and those associated with ill omen. Light and grace is associated with Duncan and also King Edward of England. Shakespeare uses many dramatic techniques in Macbeth to make his plays still seem relevant in today's world. This is made possible by the ongoing conflict, irony and soliloquies, as well as the fact that the whole play is a tragedy.