Drink provokes the desire, but it takes away the performance

Drink provokes the desire, but it takes away the performance

In William Shakespeare's play, Macbeth, the character of Macbeth is a prime example of how alcohol can provoke desire but take away performance. Macbeth is a noble and respected general in the Scottish army, but his downfall begins when he succumbs to the temptation of power and ambition, fueled by the prophecies of the three witches. As he becomes more consumed by his desire to become king, he also becomes more reliant on alcohol to numb his guilt and fear.