The Keen Hamlet
Of all of Shakespeare's characters that I have studied thus far, Hamlet is an enigmatic standout. The complexity of so intriguing a character as Hamlet commends the immense skill of Shakespeare to create characters that seem almost more real and believable than people we meet daily. It is doubtful that many others could combine the eloquence and wit that emanates from the character of Hamlet, who captivates his audience with such charming presence. In a grand display of his linguistic capabilities, Hamlet delivers the passage:I will tell you why; so shall my anticipation prevent your discovery, and your secrecy to the King and Queen molt no feather. I have of late, but Wherefore I know not, lost all my mirth, forgone all Custom of exercises; and indeed, it goes so heavily With my disposition that this goodly from, the Earth, seems to me a sterile promontory; this most Excellent canopy, the air, look you, this brave O'erhanging firmament, this majestical roof fretted With golden fire: why, it appeareth nothing to me But a foul and pestilent congregation of vapors. What a piece of work is a man, how noble in reason, How infinite in faculties, in form and moving how Express and admirable, in action how li
Wrapped up in this passage is a complete portrayal of the intimate machinations that are contained in Hamlet's person. The passage portrays an intimidating and real Hamlet who is passionate and intelligent, thinks deeply on serious matters, and can, in a seemingly simple speech, sum up the circumstances that affect him in the whole of the play.
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Approximate Word count = 2139
Approximate Pages = 9 (250 words per page double spaced)
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