Hamlet
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The play begins with the guards of Elsinore Castle encountering the ghost of the recently deceased King Hamlet, the father of Prince Hamlet. The ghost appears to be a harbinger of doom, hinting at foul play surrounding the former king's death. Prince Hamlet is informed of this mysterious apparition and decides to meet the ghost, who reveals that he was murdered by Hamlet's uncle, Claudius, who has now assumed the throne and married Queen Gertrude. Hamlet is deeply disturbed by this revelation and the apparent betrayal by his mother. He grapples with his grief, anger, and a profound sense of disillusionment. To confirm the ghost's claims, Hamlet stages a play within a play called "The Mousetrap," which mirrors the circumstances of his father's murder. Claudius's reaction to this play confirms Hamlet's suspicions. As Hamlet navigates the complexities of the court, he feigns madness as a way to investigate further and protect himself. His erratic behavior confuses those around him, and he alienates his lover, Ophelia, and her brother, Laertes, in the process. Meanwhile, Hamlet's obsession with revenge intensifies, and he contemplates the moral and philosophical implications of taking another person's life. His famous soliloquies, such as "To be or not to be," reflect his inner turmoil and contemplation of existence and mortality. "Hamlet" is not only a story of revenge and political intrigue but also a profound exploration of the human psyche, existentialism, and the moral and emotional complexities of life. The character of Hamlet is an enduring symbol of the human condition, and his journey through the play continues to captivate and resonate with audiences to this day.
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Shakespeare, W., Giuliano, G., & Arc, T. (2023). Hamlet. Unabridged. [United States], Author's Republic.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation (style guide)Shakespeare, William, Geoffrey, Giuliano and The, Arc. 2023. Hamlet. [United States], Author's Republic.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities Citation (style guide)Shakespeare, William, Geoffrey, Giuliano and The, Arc, Hamlet. [United States], Author's Republic, 2023.
MLA Citation (style guide)Shakespeare, William,, et al. Hamlet. Unabridged. [United States], Author's Republic, 2023.
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