The Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark
To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man. |
The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy. |
A Quick Introduction to Hamlet |
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Why are we so drawn to tragedy?
Why We're Drawn to Tragedy by Scott W. Berg
The story of the Dakota War of 1862 - a six-week clash between Dakota warriors and white soldiers on the Northwestern frontier that left hundreds of settlers dead and culminated in the execution of 38 Native Americans on the day after Christmas, the largest mass execution in United States history - is grim.
Files & Resources
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Want extra credit?Arrange this in advance with me: Choose one of Hamlet's soliloquies, memorize it, and perform it in front of the class. I will schedule class time after we have finished reading the play for these performances.
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Character Map
Sir John Everett Millais' Ophelia
After you have read Act 3: Do not look up outside information about this painting, but take a few moments to "read" and study it before reading Act 4. Please do not watch the video linked to the Google Cultural Institute. We will view it in class after we discuss your "readings" of the painting.