Manga Classics Macbeth

"Is this a dagger which I see before me,
The handle toward my hand?" - Macbeth, Act II, Scene I

"By the pricking of my thumbs,
Something wicked this way comes..." - Witch, Act IV, Scene I

Welcome to the Manga Classics brilliant adaptation of Macbeth! In this classic tale by William Shakespeare, a brave Scottish general named Macbeth receives a prophecy from a trio of witches that one day he will become King of Scotland. Consumed by ambition and spurred to action by his wife, Macbeth murders King Duncan and takes the Scottish throne for himself. He is then wracked with guilt and paranoia.

About the Author

Crystal S. Chan is an award-winning author and television screen play writer. She holds a degree in language and literature. Crystal is a huge fan of authors such as Jane Austen and she is equally passionate about Sailor Moon. Her passion for classic literature combined with her love of the comics medium allows her to strike a solid balance between preserving the depth of the original content while adapting the language for a younger generation.

About the Illustrator

Julien Choy has been working in the comic, animation and video game industries for more two decades. His works include the comic version of SNK's The King of Fighters, and Capcom's Street Fighter in Asia. Julien is a multi-talented creator who has mastered a wide range of art styles. While he is widely known for his main-stream work, his passion lies with themes of inspiration, parenting, and the environment. He tried makes a special effort to share his positive attitudes with his readers.