Revenge in Hamlet

In William Shakespeare’s Hamlet revenge plays a large role in the development of Fortinbras, Laertes, and Hamlet. These three men are all looking to avenge their father’s deaths. Although each of them vow to seek revenge, their individual methods and ideologies differ. Their decisions, and ultimately their fate, are also influenced by the ideas of others. With an underlining emphasis on honor Fortinbras, Laertes and Hamlet all strive towards one common goal. The …

…the attack on Denmark. Laertes would not have died had Claudius not chosen to agree with him, for there would have been no use of poison on the sword. And Hamlet would not have died if he had not taken a walk with his father’s ghost and heard what he had to say. However, within the three successful vengeances honor was restored, but two avengers were led to tragic downfall and one to greatness.