offer evidence to suggest that Hamlet was not always in complete control of his

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 are indications from Hamlet

throughout the play of his mind's well being.

Hamlet's antic disposition may have caused him in certain times that he is in a roleplay.

Hamlet has mood swings as his mood changes abruptly throughout the play. Hamlet

appears to act mad when he hears of his father's murder. At the time he speaks wild

and whirling words:Why, right; you are I' the right; And so, without more circumstance

at all, I hold it fit that we shake hands and part... [Act I, scene V, lines 127-134]. It

seems as if there are two Hamlets in the play, one that is sensitive and an ideal prince,

and the insane barbaric Hamlet who from an outburst of passion and rage slays Polonius

with no feeling of remorse, Thou wretched

makes each theory a sensible decision either way. Hamlet as seen from the beginning

developed through the stages by his own sanity and madness. Even if the madness was

she was still alive. Hamlet subtly hints his awareness of his dissolving sanity as he tells

Bernado, Francisco, The Players, and Gravediggers, his actions are sensible.

sane or had lost control of his actions, both theories has it own support. The support

Hamlet, a tragic hero, meets his tragic end not because he was sane or insane. He

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