Initially described as a comedy, Shakespeare's explorations of prejudice, duty and the nature of justice make The Merchant of Venice a far darker, more alluring play.
The Merchant of Venice is most associated not with its titular hero, Antonio, but with the complex, unforgettable figure of the money-lender, Shylock. It is Shylock who finances Antonio's friend Bassanio in his pursuit of the beautiful Portia, and who demands a gruesome bond from the wealthy merchant.
This edition is illustrated throughout by Sir John Gilbert, and includes an introduction by Ned Halley.
Initially described as a comedy, Shakespeare's explorations of prejudice, duty and the nature of justice make The Merchant of Venice a far darker, more alluring play.
The Merchant of Venice is most associated not with its titular hero, Antonio, but with the complex, unforgettable figure of the money-lender, Shylock. It is Shylock who finances Antonio's friend Bassanio in his pursuit of the beautiful Portia, and who demands a gruesome bond from the wealthy merchant.
This edition is illustrated throughout by Sir John Gilbert, and includes an introduction by Ned Halley.
| ISBN-13: | 9781909621893 |
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| Publisher: | Macmillan Collector's Library |
| Publication date: | 08/23/2016 |
| Series: | MacMillan Collector's Library |
| Edition description: | Reprint |
| Pages: | 168 |
| Product dimensions: | 3.90(w) x 6.00(h) x 0.40(d) |
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