Saturday, January 12, 2013

What does the quote "character is destiny" mean in reference to the play Hamlet?

Think about different characters and how their "character" or personality affects their fate.

For example, Polonius is a sneak and a gossip. It is fitting that he meets his end hiding behind a curtain.

Gertrude and Claudius have a conspiratorial character. They die by their own plans gone awry.

Hamlet is extremely intelligent, but he takes too long to make a decision. Part of his character is thoughtful weighing of consequences, and also a need to "be sure" of things. This is the reason he sets up the "Moustrap" play and also why he doesn't kill Claudius when he has a chance. This character trait will not serve him well in a situation that calls for swift action.

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