1. Hamlet
The enormity of the stress that Gertrude puts upon Hamlet makes Hamlet develop a substantial resentment towards her. Since to Hamlet, Gertrude embodies the weaknesses of women in general, Hamlet's resentment towards Gertrude is also projected against women in general. ... In his state of stress, the petty resentments he might have previously harbored towards woman for their "mercurial" emotional nature turns into a full-fledged resentment or hatred. ... Ophelia serves as a punching bag, representing women in general, which Hamlet attacks as an outlet for his general resentment of women. ....
- Word Count: 2027
- Approx Pages: 8
- Grade Level: Undergraduate