Laertes seeks revenge for father's death from "summary" of The Masks of Hamlet by Marvin Rosenberg
Laertes, like Hamlet, is consumed by the desire for vengeance following the untimely death of his father, Polonius. However, unlike Hamlet who hesitates and deliberates over his actions, Laertes is quick to act and seeks immediate retribution for his father's murder. This contrast in their approaches to seeking revenge highlights the differences in their characters – Laertes is impulsive and driven by emotion, while Hamlet is contemplative and introspective. Laertes' single-minded focus on avenging his father's death is evident in his willingness to conspire with Claudius to bring about Hamlet's downfall. He is willing to go to great lengths to ensure that justice is served, even if it means sacrificing his own honor and integrity in the process. Laertes' actions are driven by a deep sense of loyalty to his father and a burning desire to right the wron...
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