Hamlet by William Shakespeare
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First published: 1603
Number of Words: 32,600
Avg. Time to Read: 2 - 3 hours
Description:
Hamlet is one of the most iconic characters in all of English literature. As a young prince of Denmark, Hamlet is thrown into a deep depression and existential crisis when his father suddenly dies and his mother hastily remarries Hamlet’s uncle Claudius, who has now ascended to the throne. What Hamlet does not yet know is that his father’s ghost will appear to him with a grave revelation about the true cause of death.
Set in Denmark at the turn of the 17th century, Hamlet grapples with themes of revenge, family loyalty, corruption of power, and the question of free will versus divine destiny. His introspective nature has made him one of the most psychologically complex characters in Western drama. To uncover the truth behind his father’s death and enact justice, Hamlet adopts a strategy of feigning madness while secretly devising a cunning plan.
Through Hamlet’s journey and ultimate fate, Shakespeare explored what it means to be, know, and act upon truth in a world where deception and appearances reign. Nearly four centuries later, Hamlet remains one of the most studied, discussed, and performed plays in the world. Its protagonist’s contemplative spirit and challenges of purpose still resonate deeply with modern audiences.
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