The balance between good and evil is a fundamental aspect of civilization -- evil, and its temptations, have always conflicted with the good and its immaculateness. It is in this macrocosm that is a vital aspect of the infrastructure of human nature that the true role of man appears. As man searches for the equilibrium in which he must survive It is in these extremes however that the purity emerges and a true being is manifested. Pure evil is a being who no longer has a functioning conflict and altho recognizing the consequences of his actions maintains his course without a concept of guilt or remorese. In Hamlet by William Shakespeare, the idea of pure evil and character flaws in the anti-hero are explored. Shakespeare illustrates the failings of all characters and indicated that no one can be the manifestation of an emotion.

The quest for power and wealth is an intrinsic aspect of man's soul. Ambition is the driving factor fueling man's constant evolvement and stride for advancement. In this quest for power and success, the temptation of evil can become overwhelmingly consuming -- the most righteous man can be enraptured. Ambition, and ultimately his greed, consumed Clodius

Hamlet: What, frighted with false fire!

No place indeed should murder sanctuarize;/ Revenge should have no bounds. But, good Laertes,/ Will you do this, keep close within your chamber./ Malet return'd shall know you are come home:/ We'll put on those shall praise your excellence/ And set a double varnish on the fame/ The Frenchman gave you;...you may choose/ A sword unabated, and, in a pass of practice/ Requite him for your father. (iv, vii, 129-140)

Spawning from this vileness and conflict between Clodius and Hamlet others become pawns: Polonius dies, Ophelia becomes mad, Gertrude torn between dead husband, lover and son, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern (Hamlets childhood friends) meet their death.

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