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   In the first act of "Hamlet," Horatio and the others speak of the late king who slay Fortinbras of Norway.  As a result of his death, Fortinbras forfeited all the lands he had seized to his conqueror, King Hamlet.  Now, Denmark is in danger as the son, young Fortinbras has gathered an army--"a list of lawless resolute" (l.98) and seeks to regain these lands. Bernardo wonders if this imminent danger is the reason why the ghost of King Hamlet has appeared and may again appear to instruct them.

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   Posted by mwestwood on Monday November 24, 2008 at 11:53 PM