Why Hamlet Is Not Fit To Rule

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skull of Yorick, "Alas, poor /
Yorick! I knew him, Horatio--a fellow of infinite / jest, of
most excellent fancy. He hath bore me on his back a thousand
times,.." (5.1.190-193). Also, he speaks highly of his
father and possesses a profound closeness to his mother.
This shows remarkable parenting, producing an eminently
loving, respectful and faithful son. However, the sheltering
of his life does not strike to advantage. Fueled by the
departure of his protected childhood, Hamlet's temper
severely distorts his outlook, philosophy and reasoning. The
vast contrast from guarded youth to sudden misfortune
devastates the Prince's world, as Hamlet's probity and
grievance polarize his emotions. Moreover, preceding the
ages of approximately twenty-five to thirty, Hamlet had
never experienced genuine tragedy. Deducing these factors
offers a starting point to further analyze Hamlet's
character.
In addition, Shakespeare conceals a crevasse of mystery
for the ostensible ...

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