Gertrude character analysis Hamlet

Gertrude in Hamlet – A Level English Literature Resource (OCR & GCSE Friendly)

Unlock a deeper understanding of Queen Gertrude with this comprehensive and high-quality resource on one of Hamlet’s most complex characters. Perfect for A Level English Literature (OCR) students and adaptable for GCSE learners, this detailed study guide includes:

• Key quotations from Hamlet, clearly explained and analysed
• Critical interpretations and scholarly perspectives on Gertrude’s role and motivations
• References to major stage and film productions to support contextual analysis
• Close textual analysis designed to boost essay writing skills and exam responses

Whether you’re revisiting Hamlet in preparation for exams or aiming to write an A* essay, this resource provides everything students need to write high-level analytical essays on Gertrude.

Use it for revision, classroom discussion, or homework – an essential tool for mastering character analysis in Shakespeare’s tragedy. For more highly-detailed and exam-ready content like this, see Hamlet Revision Analysis A Level.

Last updated: April 2025 – fully refreshed with new insights and refined analysis.