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Hamlet: Is He Insane?
The term insanity means a mental disorder, whether it is temporary or
permanent, that is used to describe a person when they don't know the difference
between right or wrong. They don't consider the nature of their actions due to
the mental defect.(“Insanity”, sturtevant) In William Shakespeare's play “
Hamlet” Shakespeare leads you to believe that the main character, Hamlet, might
be insane. There are many clues to suggest Hamlet is insane but infact he is
completely sane.
Throughout the play Hamlet makes wise decisions to prove he is not
insane. ....
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