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Hamlet 1.2 Mythological Reference: Niobe
In this transcript, Hamlet reflects on his mother Gertrude's initial grief over his father's death, comparing her to Niobe from Greek mythology, who was known for her extreme sorrow. Niobe, punished by the gods for her arrogance, wept...
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Greece, Patmos Island
According to a legend in Greek mythology, the island's original name was "Letois", after the goddess and huntress of deer Artemis, daughter of Leto. It was believed that Patmos came into existence thanks to her divine intervention. The...