Duncan´s characterization
Duncan´s characterization King Duncan is a respected and ideal leader. He represents a statue-like figure and is a splendid king. If you observe the events surrounding Duncan's death and the whole dramatic, then you can find out more about Duncan's character and qualities, and also emphasize the tragedy and cruelty of killing a king like Duncan. He is a good king who his people like. Macbeth recognizes Duncan's perfection in the following passage: Macbeth: “Besides, this Duncan Hath borne his faculties so meek, hath been So clear in his great office, that his virtues Will plead like angles, trumpet-tongu'd against The deep damnation of his taking-off; And Pity...shall blow the horrid deed in every eye...“ (Act I, Scene VII: 16-21) King Duncan is an old King: Lady Macbeth: “laid their daggers ready...Had he not resembled my father as he slept I me had done't“ (Act I, Scene VII: 12-14).