Hamlet by William Shakespeare

Hamlet

William Shakespeare with Richard Andrews (Contributor), Rex Gibson (Contributor)

276 pages • first pub 1601 (editions)

fiction classics play dark tense medium-paced
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This edition of Hamlet is part of the groundbreaking Cambridge School Shakespeare series established by Rex Gibson. Remaining faithful to the series' active approach it treats the play as a script to be acted, explored and enjoyed. As well as the ...

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Moods

dark 80%
tense 48%
challenging 44%
emotional 41%
reflective 34%
mysterious 31%
sad 29%
funny 21%
adventurous 17%
inspiring 3%
informative 1%
lighthearted 1%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 25%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Character: 40% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

Yes: 38% | It's complicated: 35% | No: 24% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 40% | No: 36% | Yes: 21% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 75% | Yes: 10% | It's complicated: 7% | N/A: 6%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 86% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 2% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.94

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