Shakespeare may have intended to write a sequel to Macbeth. However, since Shakespeare never did write an official sequel, Noah Lukeman took it upon himself to publish one he himself wrote. Interestingly enough, Lukeman titled his play as
The Tragedy of Macbeth Part II: The Seed of Banquo. I think the "seed of Banquo" part odd because Banquo isn't the one who plotted against Duncan. He did not start the plot of Macbeth and couldn't have started the plot in the sequel as he is long gone by then. The title may have also been referring to the witch's prophecy that Banquo's son will become king.
What do you think?
Also, here's the cover:
I find it very interesting that the title would include "the seed of Banquo". In this sequel, I think it is obvious that a main focus of the novel is on one of Banquo's sons most likely being king. I would be interested to see how Noah Lukeman would continue onto the story of Macbeth and to see the effect Banquo's son would have in it.
ReplyDeleteYeah I agree with Jacob and i feel like this book is gonna branch off from when Macbeth sees Banquo's progeniture with Banquo in the back taunting Macbeth (for those who don't remember its the third apparition that Macbeth confronts in Act 4 Scene 1). But the one thing i would be interested to see is how does the king from Malcolm in the end of Macbeth hand the crown over to Fleance? Maybe more murder.... I have no idea but it just seems really interesting!
ReplyDeleteI think titling the book the "seed" of Banquo rather than the "son" or "progeny" is interesting because it sparks thoughts that Banquo was able to plant a "seed" or sorts before his demise. In fact, Banquo planted many "seeds" both literally and figuratively. He planted a "seed" of doubt in Macbeth's mind (about the security of his kingdom), his children lived on, thus planting the "seeds" of his family tree etc.. Another connection I made through this title was the forest being brought to Dunsinane Hill bringing about the end of Macbeth;s reign. Trees, like people and thoughts, must start with a lone seed.
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