A group of ancient people who historically lived in northern Scotland. They famously decorated their bodies with intricate tattoos.
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Picts Term Timeline in Lady Macbeth
The timeline below shows where the term Picts appears in Lady Macbeth. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.
Chapter 1
...She is descended from generations of kings, and can trace her ancestors back to the Picts and Scotti. She understands that by marrying her, any man could claim the Scottish throne,...
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Chapter 2
In Bodhe’s mind, Gruadh’s “most important role” is being the direct descendant of several Picts and Irish kings. She is important because she “can make a future husband into a...
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