Hamlet, Prince of Denmark

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Denmark
Fathers
Hamlet (Legendary character)
Kings and rulers
Murder victims' families
Princes
Revenge
Tragedies

Summary

Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, is a tragedy play by William Shakespeare. It revolves around Prince Hamlet's quest to avenge his father's murder by his uncle, now King Claudius. The play explores themes of treachery, revenge, incest, and moral corruption. Hamlet's struggle with his own sanity and contemplation of life and death are central to the narrative.

Famous Quotes

To be, or not to be: that is the question - Hamlet

The lady doth protest too much, methinks - Queen Gertrude

Something is rotten in the state of Denmark - Marcellus

This above all: to thine own self be true - Polonius