Hamlet by William Shakespeare

Hamlet

William Shakespeare with Harold Bloom, Rex Gibson

289 pages • first pub 1603 (editions)

fiction classics play challenging dark medium-paced

Description

Among Shakespeare's plays, "Hamlet" is considered by many his masterpiece. Among actors, the role of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, is considered the jewel in the crown of a triumphant theatrical career.

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Moods

dark 81%
challenging 45%
tense 45%
emotional 42%
reflective 32%
mysterious 31%
sad 28%
funny 20%
adventurous 15%
inspiring 2%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 56%
fast 23%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 47% | Character: 38% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 23% | N/A: 2%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 39% | No: 38% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 77% | Yes: 9% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 84% | It's complicated: 10% | No: 2% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.95

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