Polonius: A Fool in Shakespeare's Hamlet
Hamlet is the most popular of Shakespeare's plays for theater audiences and
readers. It has been acted live in countries throughout the world and has been translated
into every language. Polonius is one of the major characters in Hamlet, his role in the play
is of great interest to scholars. Parts of Hamlet present Polonius as a fool, whose love of
his own voice leads to his constant babbling. Scholars have been analyzing the character of
Polonius for centuries, and his role in Hamlet will continue to be analyzed for centuries to
come. Scholars believe that Shakespeare created Polonius as a fool because of his foolish
dialogue throughout the play.
Polonius granted Laertes permission to go back to school in France. While saying
good-bye in his chambers, Polonius tells his son: Beware Of entrance to a quarrel, but,
being in, Bear't that th' opposed may beware of thee. Give every man they ear, but few
thy voice. Take each man's......
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