Fortinbras: The Antithetical Foil To Hamlet’s Torment And Uncertainty
Fortinbras, Prince of Norway, serves as a foil to Hamlet, contrasting his decisive actions and motivations. While Hamlet grapples with inaction and contemplation, Fortinbras pursues power and revenge with unwavering resolve. Their contrasting perspectives on succession, masculinity, honor, and fate highlight Hamlet’s existential struggles and reveal the consequences of his indecisiveness. Fortinbras’ decisive nature and…