Hamlet, by Shakespeare

Hamlet is a tragedy by Shakespeare that takes place in Denmark. Hamlet is the son of the last King Hamlet, who has supposedly died after being bitten by a snake in his garden. After his mother quickly remarried to his uncle Claudius. After finding out from the ghost of his father that he was actually murdered by Claudius, Hamlet vows to get revenge on Claudius and spends the rest of the play debating as to whether his revenge and life are worth it.

I was very intimidated to read this play because it seemed so complex and confusing but I loved it! I think Hamlet's philosophies and puns are so intense. The soliloquies are so beautifully written and can be interpreted in several way which I really appreciate. I thought it's really interesting how although Shakespeare left a bunch of questions unanswered that the people have made up several answers and possible theories anyway. I would recommend it to anyway who likes Shakespeare's plays.

Reviewed by Nayri T., Grade 12

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