“Not so sick, my lord, as she is troubled with sick coming fancies, that keep her from rest” Flashcards

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“Not so sick, my lord, as she is troubled with sick coming fancies, that keep her from rest”

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Lady Macbeth’s hallucinations are causing her to be restless at night and keep her away from sleep. Normally Lady Macbeth’s presented as a strong woman, but her vulnerability has revealed itself. “Thick coming fancies” suggest her mind is overflown with disturbing thoughts which prevents her from peace.

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