Wonderful and super helpful video series! I rarely comment on anything here on UA-cam, but I wanted to share my appreciation for this work. Thank you! Also, have you read 'The Idiot' by Dostoevsky? The whole time you talked about the failed hero, I couldn't help but think of the Duke Myshkin. So many parallels there..
Hamlet was in a public setting, as a prince in an unsettled kingdom, when he declared he would obey his mother's wish. He has duty and other motivations at play here.
Interesting observation, Dave. Thanks. There's probably some truth to it. I don't recall any mention of political considerations behind his decision, though. Shakespeare, as usual, just hints at motivations, leaving us to piece things together from what evidence he does provide.
Thanks for responding. I think the political consideration is built in with the fact that he is a prince, son of the dead king and a competitor as heir. Hamlet is in a multifold difficult position here. I really enjoy sharing and being exposed to thoughts on Shakespeare and appreciate your channel. Dave@@5QShakespeare
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Thanks, W. Glad I could help:)
Wonderful and super helpful video series! I rarely comment on anything here on UA-cam, but I wanted to share my appreciation for this work. Thank you!
Also, have you read 'The Idiot' by Dostoevsky? The whole time you talked about the failed hero, I couldn't help but think of the Duke Myshkin. So many parallels there..
Thanks for the kind words, T. Glad you like the videos:) I have read the Idiot, but way back in the day. I'll have to revisit it.
Hamlet was in a public setting, as a prince in an unsettled kingdom, when he declared he would obey his mother's wish. He has duty and other motivations at play here.
Interesting observation, Dave. Thanks. There's probably some truth to it. I don't recall any mention of political considerations behind his decision, though. Shakespeare, as usual, just hints at motivations, leaving us to piece things together from what evidence he does provide.
Thanks for responding. I think the political consideration is built in with the fact that he is a prince, son of the dead king and a competitor as heir. Hamlet is in a multifold difficult position here. I really enjoy sharing and being exposed to thoughts on Shakespeare and appreciate your channel. Dave@@5QShakespeare
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