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Shakespeare's "Hamlet"

Overview:
"Hamlet" is a tragedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written between
1599 and 1601. The play is set in Denmark and follows Prince Hamlet as he seeks
revenge against his uncle, Claudius, who has murdered Hamlet's father, taken the
throne, and married Hamlet's mother, Gertrude.

Main Characters:
- Hamlet: The protagonist, Prince of Denmark, who is deeply philosophical and
struggles with inaction.
- Claudius: Hamlet's uncle and the antagonist, who becomes king after murdering his
brother.
- Gertrude: Hamlet's mother and queen, whose quick remarriage troubles Hamlet.
- Ophelia: A noblewoman who has a romantic relationship with Hamlet but becomes
collateral damage in the unfolding tragedy.

Themes:
- Revenge and Justice: The central theme revolves around Hamlet's quest for
vengeance and the moral implications of such actions.
- Madness: The play explores real and feigned madness, particularly through Hamlet
and Ophelia.
- Mortality: "Hamlet" delves into the nature of life and death, epitomized in the
famous "To be, or not to be" soliloquy.

Significance:
"Hamlet" is one of Shakespeare's most performed and studied plays, renowned for its
complex characters, intricate plot, and profound exploration of human nature.

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