... social criticism, to a psychoanalytical and philosophical medium which responders can relate to. As Shakespeare's most philosophical character, Hamlet is used as a medium to explore the fundamental questions which the Elizabethan audience and the modern day audience continue to ponder. Hamlet's various plans educe a sense of intelligence, with Hamlet confiding in his trustworthy companion, Horatio, that he will ... our modern day society, I am aware that reports of similar psychosomatic damage arising from the pursuit of revenge still resonate. Shakespeare's masterpiece not only represent...

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