the main story of Hamlet by William Shakespeare
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Book DescriptionOne of the greatest plays of all time,the compelling tragedy of the tormented young prince of Denmark continues to capture the imaginations of modern audiences worldwide.Confronted with evidence that his uncle murdered his father,and with his mother’s infidelity,Hamlet must find a means of reconciling his longing for oblivion with his duty as avenger.The ghost,Hamlet’s feigned madness,Ophelia’s death and burial,the play within a play,the “closet scene” in which Hamlet accuses his mother of complicity in murder,and breathtaking swordplay are just some of the elements that make Hamlet an enduring masterpiece of the theater.Each Edition Includes:Comprehensive explanatory notes Vivid introductions and the most up-to-date scholarship Clear,modernized spelling and punctuation,enabling contemporary readers to understand the Elizabethan English?Completely updated,detailed bibliographies and performance histories An interpretive essay on film adaptations of the play,along with an extensive filmography From Library JournalIt is a tragedy that all actors seem to crave to perform,and the Renaissance Theatre Company clearly relishes the chance to present Hamlet for the ear.It is a contemporary cast from which one has come to expect superior Shakespearean acting on stage and screen:Kenneth Branagh as Hamlet; Sir John Gielgud as the Ghost; Derek Jacobi as Claudius; and Emma Thompson as the Player Queen.Unlike the Recorded Books version (Audio Reviews,LJ 8/90),this BBC edition may be a little hard to follow by those unfamiliar with the play’s text,particularly since stage directions are not provided and speakers are not clearly identified.But the program does give the complete version,a rare treat,and the accompanying booklet offers insights into both the acting and the production.Highly recommended.- Joyce Kessel,Villa Maria Coll.,

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