Hamlet, Prince of Denmark

By: Shakespeare, William

With seething rage Hamlet is one of Shakespeare's most influential works. Incest, corruption and treachery bring this story to life as the king's ghost demands that his son get revenge on his uncle Claudius for pouring poison in his ear. With his mother married to Claudius the new king Hamlet swears his friends to secrecy as they set out to get revenge. William Shakespeare is widely regarded as the greatest writer of the English language. Works of Romeo and Juliet, Othello, A Mid Summer's Night Dream and The Taming of the Shrew have been taught and been on stage since they were written. His influence on culture is far more reaching as he has invented many of the words that we are using today.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1712828223
• ISBN13: 9781712828229
• Release Date: January 1
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 178 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5

Customer Reviews

“High on a stage be placed to the view”

Hamlet is Hamlet. If you're purchasing the revised edition, it's for the additional information. This truly is "The Tragical History of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark," and not just about the prince, but also his family and friends. The tragedy begins in the previous generation. Will it end with Hamlet? Many people enjoy dissecting underlying themes and reading more into the characters' actions than was probably intended. Many phrases from Hamlet now challenge the Bible for those popular quotes that no one remembers where they originated. The real joy is in simply reading the story, and as you discover it isn’t as strange as you might have thought, you'll see many characters like these around you today. Here’s a summary: Old Hamlet defeated Old Fortinbras, taking Fortinbras' land. Now that Old Hamlet is dead, Young Fortinbras wants his land back and is willing to take it by force. Meanwhile, back in Denmark, Prince Hamlet, who is grieving excessively over his father’s death, receives an intriguing message from his father's ghost. It appears Old Hamlet was a victim of "murder most foul." Additionally, Hamlet’s Uncle and Mother even marry before the funeral meats are cold. The story revolves around Hamlet's indecision regarding how to act about his father's murder. However, he surprises many with his determination and insight. You’ll find many great film adaptations and imitations of the story; it is an engaging read, but it was truly meant to be watched. watched.