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Hamlet: A Study with the Text of the Folio of 1623: Play Guide and Free Edition

Hamlet: A Study with the Text of the Folio of 1623: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.

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Hamlet: A Study with the Text of the Folio of 1623 is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Shakespeare, William (1564–1616).

Catalogue synopsis

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"Hamlet" by William Shakespeare is a tragedy written between 1599 and 1601. Set in Denmark, the play follows Prince Hamlet as he seeks revenge against his uncle Claudius, who murdered Hamlet's father to seize the throne and marry Hamlet's mother. When a ghost reveals the truth of his father's death, Hamlet must navigate madness, both feigned and real, while plotting vengeance. Considered one of the most powerful tragedies in English literature, this tale of corruption and revenge remains endlessly influential.

Book and edition facts

  • Title: Hamlet: A Study with the Text of the Folio of 1623
  • Author credits: Shakespeare, William (1564–1616)
  • Catalogue language: English

Catalogue subjects

  • Denmark -- Drama
  • Fathers -- Death -- Drama
  • Hamlet (Legendary character) -- Drama
  • Kings and rulers -- Succession -- Drama
  • Murder victims' families -- Drama
  • Princes -- Drama
  • Revenge -- Drama
  • Tragedies (Drama)

Gutenberg collections

  • Best Books Ever Listings
  • Category: British Literature
  • Category: Classics of Literature
  • Category: Plays/Films/Dramas

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