Hamlet's Tainted Mind as evident in Hamlet's Act 2 self-loathing solilioquy
Date Submitted: 11/26/2002 07:33:48
Category: / Literature / European Literature
Length: 2 pages (445 words)
Category: / Literature / European Literature
Length: 2 pages (445 words)
Hamlet's Tainted Mind
<Tab/>In act two, Hamlet presents a self loathing soliloquy, reflecting upon his hesitation in taking revenge upon King Claudius. Shamed and inspired by the courageous tone of a play actor's speech, Hamlet vows to catch the King's guilt though a play of his own. However, while his plan may be viable, Hamlet's reasoning suggests a tainted mind.
<Tab/>The speech immediately focuses on
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mental evolution lacks completion, as true human nature is virtually unbeknownst to Hamlet.
<Tab/>These imperfections, while proving a tainted mind, also serve to accentuate Hamlet's character. Not often can a man speak his ideas so eloquently, yet express them with little resemblance, and understand them with even less accuracy. Perhaps the contradiction suggests a direct correlation between Hamlet's secluded upbringing and schooling and his lack of understanding of human nature?
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