Macbeth context: James I and Jacobean England

Hi,

Here's a very useful video which gives you a brief overview of the life of James I, the king of England (and Scotland) at the time of Macbeth's first performance:

Also, this document is great for information about Jacobean England and the Gunpowder Plot:

I'll need you to have a good knowledge of the context of the play to help improve your understanding of the issues Shakespeare explores. I'll be quizzing you!


Enjoy,

Mr M