Tragic Flaw in Hamlet
Words: 578 1470In literature, the concept of a tragic flaw—known by its classical Greek term, *hamartia*—plays a pivotal role in the development of tragedy narratives. This flaw, typically a character defect or a mistaken choice, leads to the downfall of the protagonist. While the tragic flaw can vary in nature, it fundamentally stems from a weakness within the character, be it hubris, jealousy, indecision, or beyond. William Shakespeare’s "Hamlet" provides a compelling exploration of this concept through its protagonist, Prince Hamlet, whose […]