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Jun 2, 2020 · Synopsis: In Polonius’s chambers, Laertes says good-bye to his sister, Ophelia, and tells her not to trust Hamlet’s promises of love. Polonius joins them, sends Laertes off, then echoes Laertes’s warnings to Ophelia, finally ordering her not to see Hamlet again. Enter Laertes and Ophelia, his sister. LAERTES.
- Summary: Act I, Scene III
- Summary: Act I, Scene IV
- Analysis: Act I, Scenes III–IV
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In Polonius’s house, Laertes prepares to leave for France. Bidding his sister, Ophelia, farewell, he cautions her against falling in love with Hamlet, who is, according to Laertes, too far above her by birth to be able to love her honorably. Since Hamlet is responsible not only for his own feelings but for his position in the state, it may be impos...
It is now night. Hamlet keeps watch outside the castle with Horatio and Marcellus, waiting in the cold for the ghost to appear. Shortly after midnight, trumpets and gunfire sound from the castle, and Hamlet explains that the new king is spending the night carousing, as is the Danish custom. Disgusted, Hamlet declares that this sort of custom is bet...
The active, headstrong, and affectionate Laertes contrasts powerfully with the contemplative Hamlet, becoming one of Hamlet’s most important foils in the play. (A foil is a character who by contrast emphasizes the distinct characteristics of another character.) As the plot progresses, Hamlet’s hesitancy to undertake his father’s revenge will marked...
Learn about the plot and themes of Hamlet Act I: Scenes iii & iv, where Laertes and Ophelia part, Polonius gives advice, and Hamlet encounters the ghost of his father. Find important quotes, character analysis, and motifs of incest and revenge.
For Lord Hamlet, Believe so much in him that he is young, And with a larger tether may he walk. Than may be given you. In few, Ophelia, Do not believe his vows, for they are brokers. Not of that dye which their investments show, But mere implorators of unholy suits, Breathing like sanctified and pious bawds.
Themes and Colors Key. Summary. Analysis. As Laertes prepares to sail back to France, he bids goodbye to his sister, Ophelia, and warns her not to gamble her “honor” by falling in love with Hamlet —a broody man bound to the will of his country.
William Shakespeare. Track 3 on Hamlet. Ophelia, daughter of Polonius and love interest of Prince Hamlet, helps her brother Laertes prepare for his impending journey to France. Laertes warns...
Read and listen to the modern translation of Hamlet Act 1 Scene 3, where Laertes and Ophelia discuss Hamlet's love and Laertes' departure. Compare the original text and the No Fear version with audio and annotations.
Read the full text of Hamlet Act 1 Scene 3, where Polonius gives his farewell blessings and instructions to his son Laertes and his daughter Ophelia. Learn about the themes of character, appearance, and love in this scene.
