# Shakespeare: Macbeth > Digital reader for Shakespeare's tragedy, Macbeth, with auto-scrolling. (iPhone/iPad app by Qualex Consulting Services, Inc.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-macbeth/id335573114 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Qualex Consulting Services, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/323694416) - Category: Books, Education - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.50/5 from 13 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 8.0 · 5 MB - Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek and 21 more - Released: 2009-10-27 - Data updated: 2026-06-01 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-macbeth/id335573114/reviews.md ## What is Shakespeare? Drama by William Shakespeare: This reader is equipped with various auto scroller speeds to make a more pleasurable reading experience. This drama is one of the great tragedy themed plays by William Shakespeare. The themes illustrated in the play include ambition, fate, deception and treachery. Three witches decide to confront the great Scottish general Macbeth on his victorious return from a war between Scotland and Norway. The Scottish king, Duncan, decides that he will confer the title of the traitorous Cawdor on the heroic Macbeth. Macbeth, and another General called Banquo, happen upon the three witches. The witches predict that he will one day become king. He decides that he will murder Duncan. Macbeth's wife agrees to his plan. He then murders Duncan assisted by his wife who smears the blood of Duncan on the daggers of the sleeping guards. A nobleman called Macduff discovers the body. Macbeth kills the guards insisting that their daggers smeared with Duncan's blood are proof that they committed the murder. The crown passes to Macbeth. More murders ensue and the bloodied ghost of Banquo appears to Macbeth. Lady Macbeth's conscience now begins to torture her and she imagines that she can see her hands covered with blood. She commits suicide. Macduff kills Macbeth and becomes king. ## Key features - Auto-scrolling reader - Adjustable scroll speeds - Classic Shakespearean tragedy - Themes of ambition and fate - Tragedy-themed play ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **One-time purchases** | Purchase | Price | Type | | --- | --- | --- | | Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time | ## Recent user reviews (6 of 6) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-macbeth/id335573114/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Macbeth *2025-08-29, version 3.4* I must admit that as a young woman studying Macbeth I found the language difficult to understand, Now after reading it many times I realise what a clever author William Shakespear was, yes certainly a true tragedy but riverting. ### 3/5 — macbeth *2019-01-15, version 3.4* it is a good version if the book i like reading t on my phone and changing the colours ### 1/5 — John cena was here *2015-10-06* The champ is here u can't c me ### 5/5 — Easy *2014-01-09* Very easy to use, accurate and simple. It's as comfortable as reading a book ### 3/5 — Spoiler! *2010-05-02* I would have rated higher if the entire summary AND ending wasn't posted here. That ruins the point in reading it! ### 3/5 — Where's the rest? *2009-12-03* Missing scenes 7,8, and 9 in act 5 ## Frequently asked questions about Shakespeare ### What is Macbeth about? Macbeth is a tragedy by William Shakespeare that explores themes of ambition, fate, deception, and treachery. It follows the story of a Scottish general who is driven to murder and tyranny by prophecies and his wife's ambition. ### Does Macbeth have ads? No, this reader application does not contain advertisements. ### What devices does Macbeth support? Macbeth is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. ### What is the age rating for Macbeth? The age rating for Macbeth is 12+, making it suitable for younger audiences and adults. ### How often is Macbeth updated? The latest version, 3.4, was released on April 12, 2016. Updates are infrequent, with the last one being several years ago. ### What is the user rating for Macbeth? Macbeth has a high user rating of 4.5 stars, based on 13 ratings, indicating positive user sentiment. ### Can I adjust the reading speed in Macbeth? Yes, the reader is equipped with various auto-scroller speeds to ensure a more pleasurable and customizable reading experience. ### Is Macbeth free to download? Yes, Macbeth is available for free download, with the option for in-app purchases. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 3.4 — 2016-04-12 This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon. ‣ performance enhancements and optimizations ### 3.3 — 2016-04-01 ‣ New Color Scheme Selection in Settings ‣ Select a text color and background color for a more enjoyable reading experience ### 3.2 — 2016-03-25 ‣ small improvements and optimizations ### 3.1 — 2016-03-18 ‣ Updated layout ‣ New Settings tab on toolbar ‣ More auto-scroller speed options ‣ Additional content for Shakespeare fans ‣ Bug fixes and improvements ### 2.1 — 2010-10-26 Added Multimedia Tab! ## Apps similar to Shakespeare | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Shakespeare Audio Library](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-audio-library/id667980121) | 3.8 (4) | Free | Books | | [Story Nexus - Text RPG](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/story-nexus-text-rpg/id6751954422) | — | Free | Books | | [Charles Dickens Audio Library](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/charles-dickens-audio-library/id667974539) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Books | | [English Poetry and Poems](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/english-poetry-and-poems/id6469589467) | 3.0 (2) | Free | Books | | [Shakespeare - Complete Search](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-complete-search/id1250630788) | — | $1.99 | Books | | [Zen: Book Tracker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zen-book-tracker/id6736579916) | — | Free | Books | ## More apps by Qualex Consulting Services, Inc - [Florida's Lotto](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/floridas-lotto/id325835194) - [NY Lotto & Powerball](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ny-lotto-and-powerball/id325945237) - [Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-romeo-and-juliet/id335576700) - [Shakespeare: Hamlet](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-hamlet/id335577573) - [Shakespeare: The Tempest](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shakespeare-the-tempest/id335586515) All apps by Qualex Consulting Services, Inc: https://appshunter.io/developer/323694416 ## Related topics [macbeth](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/macbeth) · [macbeth full audio](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/macbeth-full-audio) · [revise macbeth](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/revise-macbeth) · [khameini shakespeare](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/khameini-shakespeare) · [shakespeare in bits](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shakespeare-in-bits) · [shakespeare wordclouds](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shakespeare-wordclouds) · [sonnet connect](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/sonnet-connect) · [shakespeare unmasked](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shakespeare-unmasked) · [Mankind MedLi](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mankind-medli) · [shakespeare plays](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shakespeare-plays) · [shakespeare swipespeare](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shakespeare-swipespeare) · [the shakespeare app](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/the-shakespeare-app) · [shakespeare insults](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/shakespeare-insults) · [esra 2025](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/esra-2025) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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