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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.
The Merchant of Venice
168The Merchant of Venice
168Hardcover(Reprint)
Product Details
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) |