Hamlet

William Shakespeare's famous tragedy "Hamlet" was first published in the early 17th century. The play, set in Denmark, tells the story of Prince Hamlet seeking revenge on his uncle Claudius, who has murdered Hamlet's father, the king, taken the throne, and married Hamlet's mother. The play vividly depicts the progression of real and feigned madness—from overwhelming grief to simmering rage—and addresses themes such as betrayal, revenge, incest, and moral corruption. "To be or not to be, that is the question.".