Quote by William Shakespeare

O villain, villain, smiling, damned villain!--Hamlet (I, v, 106)


O villain, villain, smiling, damned villain!--Hamlet (I, v,

Summary

In this quote from Shakespeare's play Hamlet, Hamlet expresses his anger and frustration towards the main antagonist, Claudius, who is his uncle and the current king. Hamlet uses the repetition of the word "villain" to emphasize his malicious feelings towards Claudius and accuses him of being deceitful while appearing pleasant and smiling. Hamlet's use of the word "damned" suggests his strong belief that Claudius is a wicked and condemned individual, further highlighting his deep animosity towards him. This quote reflects Hamlet's determination to seek revenge against Claudius for his father's murder.

By William Shakespeare
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