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The Tragical History of Hamlet (1911)

by William Shakespeare Return to list Adopt this book

This edition of Shakespeare's most famous play is one of a limited edition print run of 500 copies and is an ideal book adoption for a Sharespeare enthusiast. Set in the kingdom of Denmark, Hamlet exacts revenge on his uncle for murdering his father, succeeding to the throne and marrying his mother. The play's themes touch upon rage, treachery, revenge, incest, and moral corruption and remains one of the world's most famous plays.

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