Hamlet Observations of Madness

Observations of Madness Over the centuries, many famous, and infamous writers, thinkers and individuals have analyzed, re-analyzed, and interpreted Shakespeare’s works. One of the most analyzed plays in existence today is the tragedy Hamlet, with its recurring question: "Is Hamlet’s 'antic disposition' feigned or real?" In truth, this question can only be answered by observing the thoughts of the main characters in relation to the cause of Hamlet real or feigned madness. In …

…is. Did people believe that he was crazy? I believe I’ll leave the answer to Polonius whom said, “Your noble son is mad.” Does this mean that people thought he was mad? What else could it mean? Whether he really was mad, or whether it was all an elaborate hoax, is a question for philosopher to answer, and I wish them luck, for they have a task ahead of them greater than any other.