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

Description

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 81%
tense 47%
challenging 44%
emotional 42%
reflective 34%
mysterious 32%
sad 29%
funny 21%
adventurous 17%
inspiring 3%
informative 1%

Pace

medium 54%
fast 25%
slow 20%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 46% | Character: 39% | Plot: 13%

Strong character development?

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

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 39% | No: 37% | 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: 85% | It's complicated: 9% | No: 2% | N/A: 1%

Average rating

3.95

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