Clavis Libri

Macbeth · Act V · Scene IV

Branches of Birnam Wood

Scene summary

Facing Birnam Wood, Malcolm orders each soldier to carry a branch in front of him to disguise the size of the troop. Malcolm observes that the Tyrant, abandoned by almost everyone, is trapped in Dunsinane, and Siward reminds them that only blows will decide the war. Macduff asks for focus in the campaign.

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