[Speech] TO BE OR NOT TO BE. - Hamlet's Soliloquy

Contemplation of existence

In William Shakespeare's play "Hamlet," the titular character ponders the nature of life and death in his famous soliloquy. This line encapsulates Hamlet's existential crisis and has become one of the most quoted lines in literature. Shakespeare's exploration of human nature and existential themes continues to resonate with audiences and scholars alike.

Background

1. William Shakespeare

2. Playwright and Poet

3. Hamlet, Act 3, Scene 1, circa 1600