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\nPolonius's first major speech in Hamlet leaves audiences and critics divided on his character: some see him as a wise, caring father imparting his wisdom to his son Laertes, while others view him as a foolish, meddlesome old man. His...\nPolonius's first major speech in Hamlet leaves audiences and critics divided on his character: some see him as a wise, caring father imparting his wisdom to his son Laertes, while others view him as a foolish, meddlesome old man. His advice, which focuses on moderation and maintaining a good public image, is seen as common sense yet heavily centered on appearances. Interestingly, his most remembered advice, \"to thine own self be true,\" diverges from these themes, hinting at genuine wisdom. Critics like Harold Bloom and Ernest Jones have been critical of Polonius, aligning more with Hamlet's later description of him as a \"tedious old fool.\" Shakespeare significantly expands Polonius's role from the original Danish legend for dramatic and narrative effect, possibly even using the character as a satirical depiction of Queen Elizabeth's adviser, Lord Burleigh.\n
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2017
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hamlet, common sense, fall, advice, terms, plays
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