The Ghost of Hamlet – Lead by

Shakespeare’s play Hamlet is a prime example of a complex, yet intriguing play. It contains many parts that can be viewed from multiple perspectives. One specific example is the relevance of the ghost and whether the actions instructed are from a source of good or evil. Some may also wonder if the ghost even has an effect on the play or exists to other characters beside the few that sighted it. However, this doesn’…

…believe but easier to argue. The ghost may wish for Hamlet to bring Claudius to justice for the crime that he committed. For this reason the ghost would be representing goodness to the kingdom. Plus, the ghost never lies to Hamlet. Although there are good qualities that possibly exist in the ghost, evidence within the play show that the spirit of Hamlet’s Father seeks nothing but revenge and uses his son to reach it.