Hamlet

Discover the captivating world of Shakespeare with Hamlet, his most popular and enigmatic play. Dive into the depths of this revenge tragedy as Hamlet seeks justice against his father's murderer, his treacherous uncle Claudius, who now sits on the throne of Denmark. Unveiling layers of mystery and uncertainty, Hamlet will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Explore the questions that have puzzled scholars for centuries. Is the Ghost truly Hamlet's father seeking justice? Or is it a malicious demon or a heavenly messenger tempting him? Does Hamlet descend into madness or is it all just an act? And why does he wait to avenge his father's death once he knows the truth about Claudius?

Embrace the authoritative edition of Hamlet from The Folger Shakespeare Library, the trusted and widely used series for students and general readers. Immerse yourself in the freshly edited text based on the best early printed version of the play, accompanied by newly revised explanatory notes conveniently placed alongside the text. Stay engaged with scene-by-scene plot summaries, and unravel the play's famous lines and phrases with the key provided.

Enhance your understanding of Shakespeare's language with an introduction to reading his works and gain a modern perspective on the play with an essay by leading Shakespeare scholar, Michael Neill. Delve deeper into Hamlet's world with fresh images from the Folger Shakespeare Library's extraordinary collection of rare books.

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