Hamlet but it's Better
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Hamlet is long. And Shakespearean. "Hamlet but it's Better" is shorter and less Shakespearean. Follow Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, as he searches for revenge against King Claudius for the murder of his father in this play with themes of death, life, revenge, guilt, mental health, and relationships. And above all, to thine own self be true.
TW: suicide and depression are major themes in this play. Please read at your discretion!
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