... of a classic tragedy. Although, they have a major difference, Hamlet is a tragedy of inaction and Oedipus Rex is a tragedy of action. Oedipus Rex and Hamlet conform to the same classic tragic formula. Being the son's of the king, Hamlet and Oedipus are themselves members of the royal family and in fact, next in line to the throne. Oedipus is the adopted son ... not upset the people of the kingdom. He has Hamlet sent to England, "I have a quick determination Thus set it down: He shall with speed to England-(214). The classic tragic formula needs a hero who is in a position of high status...

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... commences becoming contemplative on suicide. This is where the famous quote "to be or not to be" (3.1.57) originates, as Hamlet seriously ponders killing himself. Hamlet then begins a formula of "revenge play" as the apparition of his father cries for retaliation on Claudius. Hamlet says, "We fat all creatures else to fat us, and we fat ... ...

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... evolution in the type plays being performed. The basic structure of every revenge tragedy follows the same five-step pattern; exposition, anticipation, confrontation, partial execution, completion of execution. The same formula many scriptwriters use today. In conclusion, revenge was a huge reason for the success of the play, as it was hugely popular when it was originally released. However, the thing that ... ...

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