Hamlet is a classic because it is timely, timless, and readable in its style. i say this because people would have loved to read but never want to start. also hamlet is a classic because many people want to readit because of its style. since it is written in elizabethan english it has a very unique authentic style and thats what make people want to read this book. lastly this is a classic because it will stay the same. many stories are changed around and remade over time but Shakespeares story about a prince has not been changed since he wrote it.