Hamlet

The story of Hamlet takes place in Denmark, and involves the royal family of Denmark. The play begins with Hamlet deeply depressed over his father’s (King Hamlet) death and his mother’s marriage, after only two months, to his uncle, Claudius, who is now the new King.

Hamlet’s best friend, Horatio, relays news to Hamlet that he has seen a ghost. It turns out to be that the ghost is that of Hamlet’s father, who tells him that he had been murdered by his own brother, King Claudius. Hamlet is outraged and promises to avenge his fathers murder. Hamlet delays his revenge and acts insane. Hamlet’s actions in the play after meeting the ghost lead everyone except Horatio to believe that he is crazy. But before going any further, he had to first prove that the ghost was real and was telling the truth by staging a play which he referred to as “The Mousetrap” at the court, and invited his uncle and mother to attend. Hamlet wanted to find out if his uncle was guilty of his father’s murder and he planned to judge his uncle based upon how he reacted during the play. In order to seek revenge, Hamlet needed to be sure that his uncle is the murderer. Horatio offers a warning to Hamlet, giving him the idea to use insanity to work out

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Hamlet wanted to be a good son and avenge his fathers death. He ultimately conspires to and kills Hamlet with the help of King Claudius. Hamlet fears the latter, and puts the ghosts identity to the test through a play which is performed in this play. He fears that his new intentions might be revealed. It is during her funeral in which the fight between Hamlet and Laertes takes place and ultimately ends both their lives. King Claudius is distrustful of Hamlet’s insanity and fears he is a threat to him. The Ghost reappears during this time and the Queen agrees to stop living with Claudius. Polonius is certain that the reason for Hamlets insanity is his love for Ophelia.

Gertrude plays three roles in this play; queen of Denmark, widow of King Hamlet, and mother to Prince Hamlet. His revenge ultimately overcame him, resulting in his own death, and the death of those he loved. At the end of the play, Prince Fortinbras is recommended by Hamlet to be the next King of Denmark.

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are both courtiers to King Claudius. The Queen drinks a poisoned cup meant for Hamlet and dies.

Claudius is the present King of Denmark. He eventually uses his daughter to spy on Hamlet when Claudius needs information against him.

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Approximate Pages = 5 (250 words per page double spaced)

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