Hamlet: Essay On Act I


Act one of HAMLET is an excellent introductory act. Shakespeare
establishes atmosphere, by introducing the major characters, the role of the
supernatural, the revenge plot, the love plot, and the contrast of the
Fortinbras plot, as well as Hamlet's fiegned madness. Through his unique
writing style, Shakespeare sets us up for the rest of the story, and captures
the reader's attention, making him want read more.

Shakespeare establishes the atmosphere of the play, in scene I. The
scene takes place in Elsinore, on a platform before the castle. The atmosphere
is one of dark battlements, and nervous sentries, which catches the audiences
attention right away. As the bell tolls twelve on a frosty night, a silent
ghost of the late King Hamlet apperars twice. This provides one of the high
points of the scene, along with this, Shakespeare presents the reader with
information, regarding the military preparations in Denmark. All of this
provides for a dark,......

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Title: Hamlet: Essay On Act I
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