English Essays

Hamlet a comparison to human
Hamlet - a comparison to human The Elizabethan play The Tragedy of Hamlet Prince of Denmark is one of William Shakespeare's most popular works. One of the possible reasons for this play's popularity is the way Shakespeare uses the character Hamlet to exemplify the complex workings of the human mind. The approach taken by Shakespeare in Hamlet has generated countless different interpretations of meaning, but it is through Hamlet's struggle to confront his internal dilemma,...

Hamlet a study of procrastin
Hamlet - a study of procrastin William Shakespeare, perhaps the greatest playwright of all time, authored a number of works consisting of sonnets, comedies, and tragedies. In his brilliant career, Shakespeare created literary works of art. What makes Shakespeare unlike any other writer of his time, or thereafter, is his ability to organize a realistic plot, manage themes, and develop characters within his works. As well, Shakespeare's ability to provoke feeling and reaction to his writing i...

Hamlet 10
Hamlet 10 The Real Tragedy Of Hamlet In the play Hamlet, by William Shakespeare, the death or murder of a character becomes very freuquent. Although many people die. It is a result of their own wrong-doing. You could almost say they deserved what they got. But there were deaths of people, that were due to the manipulation from the royalty. A good example can be found in the family of Polonius’. The real tragedy of Hamlet is not that of Hamlet or his family but of Polonius’...

Hamlet 11
Hamlet 11 Why does Hamlet delay taking action against Claudius? This is a question that everyone want to know. We all know that Hamlet want to kill his Uncle Claudius as soon as possible. But why does he wait so long to sweep to his revenge? I believe that there are more than one reason why Hamlet delays before he takes action. One reason why Hamlet delays to take action against Claudius is because he does not just want to kill him, but he wants to damn his spirit. He hates Claudius so mu...

Hamlet 12
Hamlet 12 Hamlet's "Tragic Flaw" Hamlet's famous soliloquy (Hamlet, act III, scene 1) shows his depth and ability in thinking, and shows Shakespeare's ability to manipulate language. Throughout the play, Hamlet stops to think before acting on anything. The more he thinks, the less he does. Therefore, thinking led him to doubt, which led to inaction. "Thus conscience does make cowards of us all." Hamlet's "tragic flaw" is his inability to act on impulse. Stopping to t...

Hamlet 13
Hamlet 13 In Shakespeare's tragedy, Hamlet, there are many themes that appear throughout the play. During the sequence of events in the play we see that there are many obvious themes and many underlying themes. One of these themes that can be seen throughout the play is the way characters appear as one thing, and really are different in their actions at different times. Characters wear a sort of mask to keep them and their feelings inside. We see this with the way that Hamlet hides behind...

Hamlet 14
Hamlet 14 In Lesson 19 of the videotape “Literary Visions”, the actor performs two interpretations of the monologue, “To be or not to be”. As said in the video, there are many ways that an actor can choose to interpret that particular speech in Hamlet. Many actors relish the opportunity to perform Hamlet, because of that particular speech. In a play, the actors’ interpretation of the character is what gives the audience the background and insights into the c...

Hamlet 15
Hamlet 15 Reasons Hamlet Delays his Revenge Hamlet as a play and as a person has been analyzed for centuries. One of the main ideas focused upon in this story is why Hamlet delays so long in getting his revenge on Claudius for killing his father. There have been many ideas and many theories for Hamlet's behavior, but there is probably a plethora of factors that influence Hamlet. Hamlet's thoughts about the ghost, his Uncle, and his mother, may have all led to his delay. The fi...

Hamlet 16
Hamlet 16 Hamlet Great literary works retain their popularity as a result of many different factors. One such factor which can lead to popularity of a work, current or consistent discussion of a work's merit, can come into play when an author or playwright leaves questions unanswered in his work. In Hamlet, William Shakespeare creates such a situation. As a result of the ambiguity of clues given throughout this play, critics may argue for or against the idea that Prince Hamlet's "ant...

Hamlet The Character of Hamlet
Hamlet - The Character of Hamlet Hamlet identifies with an adolescent of the 1990�s more than he does with the youth of his own time. Hamlet is immature, sarcastic, and takes action during the heat of passion which is very much like the behavior of the youth in the 1990�s. Love, control over action, and the ability to overcome depression are just a few ways to prove maturity. It is obvious Hamlet loves Ophelia in his own way "... the celestial and my soul�s idol, the most beaut...

Hamlet The Death Of Young Hamlet
Hamlet - The Death Of Young Hamlet The death of Hamlet was caused by a number of reasons, many of which were his own fault. Although this may be disputed it is a fact that this was a tragedy, but aside from the obvious reasons (the trap set by Claudius and Laertes) there were steps leading up his death which could have easily been avoided. Probably Hamlet\'s most tragic flaw is that he becomes too involved in his thoughts, it is his tendency to ponder upon the possible outcome of every si...

Hamlet The Importance of Laertes and Fortinbras in Hamlet
Hamlet - The Importance of Laertes and Fortinbras in Hamlet The Shakespearean play, Hamlet, is a story of revenge and the way the characters in the play respond to grief and the demands of loyalty. The importance of Fortinbras and Laertes in the play is an issue much discussed, analysed and critiqued. Fortinbras and Laertes are parallel characters to Hamlet, and they provide pivotal points on which to compare the actions and emotions of Hamlet throughout the play. They are also important in ...

Hamlet The Tragedy Of Hamlet
Hamlet - The Tragedy Of Hamlet Arguably the best piece of writing ever done by William Shakespeare, Hamlet the is the classic example of a tragedy. In all tragedies the hero suffers, and usually dies at the end. Othello stabs himself, Romeo and Juliet commit suicide, Brutis falls on his sword, and like them Hamlet dies by getting cut with a poison tipped sword. But that is not all that is needed to consider a play a tragedy, and sometimes a hero doesn\'t even need to die. Making Not every pl...

Hamlet The love of Hamlet for Ophelia
Hamlet - The love of Hamlet for Ophelia Hamlet is without any reservations, one of Shakespeare�s most mystifying plays. Although the play has a concise story, it is filled with many uncertainties relating to different issues behind the plot. The reader is left with many uncertainties about the true feelings of prince Hamlet. One question in particular is, did Hamlet really love Ophelia? This dispute can be reinforced either way, however I believe Hamlet was truly in love with Ophelia. Supp...

Hamlet Was Prince Hamlet Wacko
Hamlet - Was Prince Hamlet Wacko? In Shakespeare\'s \"Hamlet\", the main character offers a puzzling and ambiguous persona. Throughout the play, Hamlet often contradicts himself. He seems to balance the virtues of \"playing a role\", with being true to himself. Further proof of these conflicting personas are demonstrated by his actions and inactions. The ambiguity noted here, lies in two conflicting mannerisms displayed by the young Hamlet: One that is perfectly calm and rational; and anothe...

Hamlet Why Did Hamlet Delay Killing the King
Hamlet - Why Did Hamlet Delay Killing the King? In Shakespeare�s Hamlet, the main character continually delays acting out his duty of avenging his father�s murder. This essay will discuss how Hamlet�s nature and morals (which are intensified by difficult events) prevent him from carrying out the task. In the opening scenes of the play, the Ghost of Hamlet�s late father reveals to him the true means by which King Hamlet died. The Ghost tells Hamlet that his father�s death was ca...

Hamlet a 1990s adolescent
Hamlet - a 1990s adolescent Hamlet identifies with an adolescent of the 1990’s more than he does with the youth of his own time. Hamlet is immature, sarcastic, and takes action during the heat of passion which is very much like the behavior of the youth in the 1990’s. Love, control over action, and the ability to overcome depression are just a few ways to prove maturity. It is obvious Hamlet loves Ophelia in his own way “. . . the celestial and my sou...

Hamlet Madness
Hamlet - Madness Comment on Hamlet\'s madness. Do you think it was altogether assumed or can you offer evidence to suggest that Hamlet was not always in complete control of his action? Shakespeare\'s tragic hero, Hamlet, and his sanity can arguably be discussed. Many portions of the play supports his loss of control in his actions, while other parts uphold his ability of dramatic art. The issue can be discussed both ways and altogether provide significant support to either theory. There a...

Hamlet Method in the Madness
Hamlet - Method in the Madness Method in the Madness: Hamlet\'s Sanity Supported Through His Relation to Ophelia and Edgar\'s Relation to Lear In both Hamlet and King Lear, Shakespeare incorporates a theme of madness with two characters: one truly mad, and one only acting mad to serve a motive. The madness of Hamlet is frequently disputed. This paper argues that the contrapuntal character in each play, namely Ophelia in Hamlet and Edgar in King Lear, acts as a balancing argument to the ot...

Hamlet Movie Critique
Hamlet - Movie Critique The movie of Hamlet was an excellent, as far as book-movies go. I believe it was produced with focus, reason, and logic. The characters were also portrayed with a good interpretation. There were several changes to the play compared to the book, although the movie was done in such a way that they were not particularly missed, from the movie\'s point of view. Although, from my point of view, after reading the book, there were several somewhat important scenes and ele...

Hamlet Ophelia Character Ana
Hamlet - Ophelia Character Ana Ophelia is a beautiful and simple-minded woman, easily molded by the more powerful opinions and desires of others. The thoughts of her father and her brother influenced her the most. The love letters from Hamlet also swayed her opinions and confused her mind. Ophelia wasn�t able to realize herself because of all the pressures exerted on her to be something she�s not. That weakness of mind and will, which permitted her obedience to her father and thus destro...

Hamlet Plot Summary
Hamlet - Plot Summary Act 1 Scene 1 The scene is the Castle at Elsinore. Bernardo relieves Francisco, at about midnight. Marcellus who joins Bernardo in the watch along with Horatio who was told of the appearance the previous night. Horatio believes it to be a illusion until it appears. You learn that the ghost has appeared twice in the same armor that the king wore to fight Fortinbras, king of Norway, and the Poles who he defeated. The ghost appears again and again Horatio challenges it to...

Hamlet Polonius A Tedious Old Fool
Hamlet - Polonius: A Tedious Old Fool Polonius is an important and respected person. It seems appropriate that he investigates and controls the behavior of his son and daughter. He, as the King\'s advisor is no longer a private person but a public one: what he or his children do has important public, not just personal implications. However, if his actions and speeches are examined closer, it is evident that he is a limited and vain person who is overly concerned with his appearance and wears...

Hamlet Revenge A Chain Reaction
Hamlet - Revenge A Chain Reaction Hamlet Revenge: A Chain Reaction In the play Hamlet, by William Shakespeare, the theme of revenge is repeated numerous times throughout the play and involves a great deal of characters. Of these characters, eight are dead by the end of the play by result of murder which was initiated through revenge. Shakespeare uses the revenge theme to create conflict among many characters. Shakespeare uses the re...

Hamlet Revenge Was Not an Ac
Hamlet - Revenge Was Not an Ac In Hamlet, Shakespeare uses revenge as a major theme present throughout the work. Revenge plays a crucial role in the development of Fortinbras, Prince of Norway, Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, and Laertes, son of Polonius. All three men seek revenge for the murder of their fathers. Revenge can be interpreted as a separate character in Hamlet. Revenge is set to overcome anyone who seeks it. Initially, after each of the murders, every son had a definite course of ac...