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... In Hamlet, by William Shakespeare, this theory is proven throughout the relationships between Hamlet and his mother, Gertrude and his girlfriend, Ophelia. The lack of respect and pent up anger Hamlet has for his mother, reflects in the way he treats Ophelia. ...
The relationship between Hamlet and his mother, Gertrude, has been a very dynamic one. The major cause to the unfortunate downfall of their relationship is the atrocious manner in which Gertrude behaves, and the unthinkable things she does to Hamlet. ... With the travesty of his fathers death and then the marriage of his uncle and mother, Hamlet was left in shambles. Much like any other person would react, Hamlet mourned over his fathers death, and moped around dressed in black. ... An example of her disinterest in Hamlets feelings is when she says,
"Good Hamlet, cast thy nighted color off,
And let thine eye look like a friend on Denmark. ... She neglected him in his time of need and participated in a shameful marriage, and Hamlet expresses his anger. ... "(I, 2,161-162) Judging by the tone and context in which Hamlet speaks, his indignation is quite evident and he lets her know it, to say the least. Hamlet has no qualms in letting Gertrude know what is on his mind and just how low he thinks of her. However it is not enough for Hamlet to release his anger on only Gertrude. ... Hamlet is even more insolent with Ophelia than with Gertrude. Ophelia is portrayed as "a correct and timid virgin of exquisite sensibilities,"(West, 228) and Hamlet does everything in his power to destroy that image.
Approximate Word count = 1254
Approximate Pages = 5
(250 words per page double spaced)
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