Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Hamlet Scene 1+2

In reaction to Hamlet's first soliloquy, I believe that his actions are normal for one who is mourning their Father's death. Now, his overall view on life at this point is bleak and it seems as if his Father's passing made it worse. He was obviously very close and fond of his Father, he looked up to him. His Father was the one person that could brighten up this day, he felt safe around him. Somehow, as long as his Father was there by his side nothing could go wrong. The one person that could save Hamlet from being swallowed up by this world was his Father and without him he has nothing to live for. That being said, his emotions are at there pinnacle right now, and will only ease down. It's also very apparent that he dislikes his Uncle, and it has become quite clear that he thinks he's a phony. He is also very upset with his Mother, who is quickly taking on the role of a "Single Mother" who desperately needs love and affection.

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  1. "His Father was the one person that could brighten up this day, he felt safe around him. Somehow, as long as his Father was there by his side nothing could go wrong. The one person that could save Hamlet from being swallowed up by this world was his Father and without him he has nothing to live for." So, if am reading your reaction correctly,it seems as if Hamlet has a gloomy (insecure?) disposition to begin with, even before his father's death. That is an interesting hypothesis! If that is so, that may explain his future actions. Keep an eye on the inner workings of Hamlet's mind and heart as we read on.

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