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For too long, readers throughout the Federation have been exposed to The Tragedy of Khamlet, Son of the Emperor of Qo'nos, that classic work of Klingon(TM) literature, only through inadequate and misleading English translations. Now at last, thanks to the tireless efforts of the Klingon Language Institute, this powerful drama by the legendary Klingon playwright, Wil'yam Shex'pir, can be appreciated in the elegance and glory of its original tongue. This invaluable volume contains the complete text of the play, along with an English translation for easy consultation and comparison. In addition, an incisive introduction explains the play's crucial importance in Klingon culture, while copious notes illustrate how the debased English version diverges from the original, often distorting and even reversing the actual meaning of the verses. Khamlet, the Restored Klingon Version, is a work that belongs in the library of every human who hopes truly to understand what it means to be Klingon. (back cover)
Is The Klingon Hamlet appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This is Shakespeare's Hamlet rendered in Klingon with English translation—it contains the original play's violence (multiple murders, suicide), themes of revenge and madness, and mature psychological complexity, though presented as a literary/linguistic text rather than narrative fiction.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include suicide, murder, death of parent, death, and grief (see the full list above).
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Star Trek fans and language enthusiasts will appreciate this unique presentation of a classic tragedy in Klingon warrior culture.