"To thine own self be true / And it must follow like the night the day / Thou canst not then be false to any man."
Laertes.
Reynaldo is a spy who is supposed to spy on Laertes.
The son of Polonius in the book "Hamlet" is named Laertes. He is the brother of Ophelia and a secondary character in the play who plays a key role in the events that unfold.
Laertes is the son of Polonius and the brother of Ophelia.
don't think polonius follows his advice by sending someone to spy on his son he proves this to be true
this lengthy speech he tells his son to always listen and avoid giving advice/speaking too much. In Polonius'
Reynaldo serves as a servant and spy for Polonius in Shakespeare's play "Hamlet." He is tasked with the responsibility of gathering information about Laertes, Polonius's son, who is studying in Paris. Polonius instructs Reynaldo to subtly inquire about Laertes's behavior and character, reflecting Polonius's manipulative nature and his desire to control those around him. Reynaldo's role highlights themes of surveillance and deception within the play.
There he is! There she is! There they are! I don't know how you can identify a character from the play without looking at the play. Are you asking how these people are related to each other? The king and queen are, unsurprisingly, married to each other. Laertes is Polonius's son and Polonius is the councillor to the king.
Polonius instructs Reynaldo to gather information about his son Laertes by subtly probing into the social circles of Paris. He suggests that Reynaldo should inquire about Laertes' behavior by asking leading questions and spreading rumors that are not outright false, allowing him to gauge Laertes' reputation without direct confrontation. This approach highlights Polonius' cunning and manipulative nature in seeking to control the narrative around his son.
Polonius was created in 1600.
In Act 2 of "Hamlet," Reynaldo and Polonius discuss Laertes's behavior while he is studying in France. Polonius instructs Reynaldo to spy on Laertes and gather information about his conduct, emphasizing the importance of finding out whether Laertes is living honorably or engaging in questionable activities. Polonius believes that by observing Laertes's acquaintances and their actions, he can gain insight into his son's reputation and character. This conversation highlights Polonius's controlling nature and his desire to maintain a close watch over his children.
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