In the story Macbeth by William Shakespeare the character Lady Macbeth plays a role where she is very cold hearted, numb to emotions, and manipulative. For instance, Lady Macbeth and her husband were going to fake their grief when she said, “Who dares receive it other, As we shall make our griefs and clamour roar Upon his death?” ( Shakespeare VII, i ). This word choice gives the piece a surprised reaction because you wouldn’t except someone to kill a person and pretend to feel bad. The effect of the words now help the reader see that Lady Macbeth is a negative person. Also, Lady Macbeth explains to her husband Macbeth that, “My hands are of your colour; but I shame To wear a heart so white.” ( Shakespeare II, ii ). By describing how Lady Macbeth
