In what ways, and how effectively, do you think Shakespeare presents the theme of revenge in Hamlet?

... "In what ways, and how effectively, do you think Shakespeare presents the theme of revenge in Hamlet?" "Hamlet" contains particular elements which categorise it as a revenge tragedy, a popular genre in late 1500's and early 1600's. Revenge tragedies often comprise of certain characters who are appointed to pursue vengeance against a particular person. In addition, there is frequently a central plot, for example Hamlet's revenge on Claudius for his father's death, and minor sub plots; Laertes' revenge on Hamlet and Fortinbras' attempt to regain the lands his father lost. Revenge tragedies often incorporate similar plot lines, which are usually relatively simple, and they regularly contain similar features, such as a ghost, a hesitating revenger, a villain and concepts of madness, all of which are featured in "Hamlet." Although the play is much more complex than a stereotypical revenge tragedy, one of the central themes is revenge, and Shakespeare portrays this

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