The document discusses madness in Shakespeare's play Hamlet. It explores whether Hamlet truly goes mad or if his strange behavior is just an act. Early on, Hamlet expresses deep depression over his father's death and his mother's quick remarriage, wishing he could die. His madness stems from feelings of betrayal by Gertrude. Ophelia also witnesses Hamlet's erratic behavior. The document analyzes how different characters in the play experience madness.