ESSAY 2: Critically discuss the theme of love versus self-interest as portrayed by one or
two main characters of Macbeth.

The author has portrayed its characters in the play differently. Every character has its own values which they follow. Macbeth is the King of Duncan's army and according to him the only things that matter is money, power and empire. He does not value relationships whereas other characters in the play values relationship more than any thing else. Flavia has valued love and always dreams about having a partner who loves her endless.

Explanation:

King Macbeth has always kept his self interest his first priority and is not concerned about what others are suffering from. He is only concerned about his own comfort and leaves the rest at their own. He does not value relationships and its ruthless to everyone.