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Why isn't Claudius afraid of laertes?

Claudius isn't afraid of Laertes because he perceives him as a pawn in his greater political game, believing he can manipulate Laertes's anger towards Hamlet to serve his own ends. He underestimates Laertes's resolve and capability, viewing him merely as a young man seeking revenge rather than a genuine threat. Additionally, Claudius feels secure in his position as king and believes he can control the situation through cunning and deception.


Why does laertes wear rags and not bathe?

The Laertes in Hamlet doesn't do this. Are you thinking of some other Laertes?


Was Laertes a god?

No, Laertes was an argonaut and a mortal man.


Who is Laertes?

Laertes is the father of Odysseus in the Iliad and the Odyssey. Laertes is also a character in the play Hamlet by William Shakespeare.


Where does reynaldo spy on laertes?

In Paris, where Laertes has gone to study.


Who was the son and successor of laertes?

In the Odyssey the son of Laertes is Odysseus.


What is Laertes king of?

In Greek myth Laertes was king of Ithaca.


When was Prepona laertes created?

Prepona laertes was created in 1811.


When was Laertes - Hamlet - created?

Laertes - Hamlet - was created in 1600.


How much did Laertes pay for Eurycleia?

Eurycleia was a nurse and Laertes paid the worth of 20 oxen for her.


What kills laertes?

Laertes is killed by the poisoned sword that he originally killed Hamlet with. After wounding Hamlet with the poisoned sword, the swords are switched and Hamlet wounds Laertes with the poisoned sword.


Is Laertes a king in the Odyssey?

No, Laertes was the father of King Odysseus of Ithaca.