Hamlett: Sane or Insane

“Normal” or “crazy”. A very important question to ask when discussing Hamlet’s personality, mannerisms, and actions throughout the play. Which one of the two is he? There is no definite right or wrong answer, but there are equally insightful arguments for both, and it’s up to the reader to hear them and decide.
Shakespeare’s tragic hero, Hamlet, and his sanity can arguably be discussed. Many portions of the play support his loss of control in his actions and emotions, while other parts stay true to the idea of his ability of dramatic art. The issue can be discussed both ways and altogether provide significant insight and support for either side.
Throughout the play it seems as though Hamlet is in a sort of role-play, because Hamlet goes through mood swings like when his mood changes abruptly throughout the play. Hamlet appears to act mad when he hears of his father’s murder. At the time he speaks wild and sporadic words: Why, right; you are I’ the right; A...