In Hamlet's eyes Claudius is a beast in comparison to the god-like features of his father. ... His resolution to do nothing will be the source of his problems in following speeches. ... Hamlet never discusses the act of vengeance, only the actor's ability to "cleave the general ear with horrid speech"(II, ii, 569). ... At the conclusion of this speech it seems that Hamlet is torn by his morals and his desire for revenge. ... He is still struggling with the righteousness of revenge. ...

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