Act4 scenes 1-2

The imagery seen the most these scenes are: planting, and doubles. In scene 1, the first piece of imagery that really sticks out is "Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubble."(Page 158) This is obviously a reference to doubles. "Two fold-balls," (Page 168) is also a reference to doubles. The third apparition, which is a crowned child with a tree in his hand, is a symbol of planting. "Who can impress the forest, bid the tree unfix his earth-bound root?"(Page166) This imagery of planting shows that Macbeth is grounded in his decision, and will not give up his throne. "The very firstlings of my heart shall be the firstlings of my hand."(Page 170) HE is saying that he will go with his gut instinct and act on his thoughts quickly. "What, you egg! Young fry of treachery!"(Page 178) This quote stands out in my mind as planting because Macduff's son was a younger version of Macduff, and was still growing, like an egg.