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The Origins of the Individual and the Influence of Hamlet
"The Renaissance gave birth to the concept of the individual," says Jonathan Dollymore, a cultural critic. He argues that Shakespeare's character, Hamlet, embodies the modern individual. However, Dollymore also acknowledges the complexities of the individual, noting that Hamlet is a dysfunctional depressive. The idea of being true to oneself, emphasized in Hamlet, has become a key aspect of individualism over the centuries. Dollymore points out that Hamlet's introspection ultimately leads to a realization of the insignificance of the individual."