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Jessie Stanley Hilari Bowman Period 4 Mrs. Ficca


 * Manson and Hecate, Manipulative and Heinous**

Throughout history, in both the real and fictitious world, there has always been a prevalent figure of evil. Despite the fact that the crimes of these evil-doers vary, their intentions originate from the same maniacal idea: the goal of gleaning gratification, acquiring acceptance, and receiving respect from their select society. Such an idea is greatly demonstrated in the works of **(delete the works of)** William Shakespeare's play [|MacBeth] in comparison with the long time infamous Charles Manson. Despite that the two are part of different worlds, one real and one fictitious; his tainted with direct crimes, and hers merely clouded by foreseen events; the two historical figures are undoubtedly famous for their ways. **(You need to mention Hecate in this opening paragraph. Your last sentence is awkward of you do not.)**

[|Charles Manson] was born on November 12, 1934, and would go on in life to epitomize the term "evil" throughout the course of his life. A convicted serial killer, cult leader, car hijacker, pimp, and con artist, Manson displayed every effort possible to defy his limits that life presented him with. During a time of love and anti-conformity from the everyday standard, popularly known as the 60's, Manson was a manipulative being who led "The Family" (his cult) into a series of murders on his behalf, some of which remain unsolved to this day.

[|Hecate], the Head Witch in [|William Shakespeare's] tragedy //Macbeth,// provides a plethora of insight on fate for the many colorful characters. Honored by the Greek God Zeus, Hecate was given the ancient gift of providing or denying from mortals any gift she chose. Her respect from Zeus in the mythological world granted her high-power roles in any literary situation she was placed in, which is greatly exemplified in //Macbeth// through her role as the overseer of the [|Three Witches]. **(interesting information)**

Many speculations arise about whether or not Manson ever knew his biological father; his mother, Kathleen Maddox, did not want to fulfill her role as his mother. These hardships early on in life lead him to grow up in various correctional facilities and eventually prison for crimes he would foster. A lack of parental guidance was also exemplified by Hecate. Being a mythological character of Greek descent, her genealogy is unknown. Hecate's desire for family connections lead her to become a distinct figure of worship in various social groups. This title was demonstrated in //Macbeth,// as Hecate is the overseer of the Three Witches, who were responsible for the fortellings **(misspelled)** of unfortunate events in the play. Hecate contrasts Manson's idea of family in that Manson was continually involved with the actions of his cult, whereas Hecate was elusive in her position of authority; nevertheless, family bonds were apparent in both situations. Both Hecate and Manson demonstrate a longing for being in the spotlight during their reign. Interestingly enough, both command their groups with force**** yet their actual assistance during the carrying out of their manipulative plans is never crucial--they are simply the masterminds behind the terror. **(excellent analysis)**

Manson's most notorious crimes were undoubtedly the murders of the Tate and LaBianca families. Once more, he was the mastermind of the plot but employed The Family to carry out the acts, and only took part in the action when something was not done to his full satisfaction by one of the cult members. The gruesome manner in which Manson ordered his followers to slay the two families is comparable to how Lady Macduff and her son were killed, which was foretold by Hecate **(This is not accurate. Share with me what line you are referring to.)**. At the end of evening during which The Family murdered the LaBianca family, Manson ordered two of the girls involved to "leave a sign...something witchy" (Wikipedia). Again Manson does not partake in the carrying out of the plan himself, but prefers to be the leader and everyone else follow in his wake. In Act III, scene v of //Macbeth//, the Three Witches meet with Hecate, who in turn scolds them for meddling with the plan concerning Macbeth's fate without initially consulting her first; she then declares herself the "supervisor of the mischief", but it is the first, second,and third witch who will summon Macbeth and implant a false sense of security upon him and "draw him on his confusion" (III.v.29).

The most prominent and dangerous characteristic of Charles Manson was how he possessed the ability to manipulate the people around him. [|Mary Brunner], a 23 year old educated librarian at UC Berkley, was first introduced to Manson while he was begging for money on the streets after his release from another spell in prison. Manson eventually wooed Mrs. Brunner with his charismatic persona and manipulative mannerisms, and she allowed him to reside in her home with eighteen other female followers he charmed along the way (Wikipedia). Charles Manson exemplified a true evil that thrived only on the naive and ignorant just as Hecate toyed with the unsuspecting Macbeth. Another parallel between these two malicious characters is portrayed through their religious beliefs. Hecate dabbled into witchcraft, a form of religion some might say, while it is said to be believed that Manson himself "took pieces from various religions to form his own philosophy" (Wikipedia). Hecate along with Manson were both captivating figures of power and yet fell to their demise in the end.

Charles Manson and Hecate, the Head Witch, share similar philosophies. Both are resistant to conformity and religion, two very prominent ideas in life in the historical, fictitious past, and the real life past and present. Each has his own way of going about things, and stand**(s)** firmly behind his belief that he is correct despite what others say and do. However, as wisely stated by Hecate herself, "And you know all security/Is mortals' chiefest enemy" (III.v.68-69); this lifestyle of going against the status quo and living in elusive ways ultimately brought these characters to meet their downfall. Manson was finally captured and imprisoned for life after being convicted of the Tate and LaBianca crimes, and Hecate lost respect from the Three Witches as they eventually operated independently **(interesting perspective)**. What each once thought to be a finer way of life, in actuality ended up working against them. In becoming overly secure with their ways of living, both Hecate and Manson unknowingly let their manipulative operations work its**(their - operations)** magic on them.


 * Bravo - You had a tough task!!!**

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