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The Merchant of Venice

No Fear Shakespeare Side-by-Side Plain English
By SparkNotes and William Shakespeare
Series: No Fear Shakespeare
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The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, supplemented by SparkNotes, dives into themes of justice, mercy, and the complexity of human relationships through the story of a Venetian merchant named Antonio and the Jewish moneylender Shylock. The plot unfolds as Antonio borrows money to help his friend, leading to a dramatic conflict involving a loan agreement, a court case, and the bonds of friendship and love. This guide from SparkNotes provides insights into the characters, themes, and motifs of the play, making it an accessible exploration of one of Shakespeare's most enduring works.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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If you are intrigued by classic literature with complex themes like justice, mercy, and prejudice, explored through rich characters and dramatic plots, this book may captivate you. Its blend of engaging analysis and discussion of William Shakespeare's work is perfect for those interested in deepening their understanding of this iconic play within the broader context of Arts & Culture.

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The Merchant of Venice

No Fear Shakespeare gives you the complete text of The Merchant of Venice on the left-hand page, side-by-side with an easy-to-understand translation on the right.

Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! Description

No Fear Shakespeare gives you the complete text of The Merchant of Venice on the left-hand page, side-by-side with an easy-to-understand translation on the right.

Each No Fear Shakespeare contains:

  • The complete text of the original play
  • A line-by-line translation that puts Shakespeare into everyday language
  • A complete list of characters with descriptions
  • Plenty of helpful commentary

Shakespeare's tragicomic drama of love, wealth, and justice revolves around a Venetian moneylender's bargain with a young merchant for a pound of flesh.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781586638504

Publisher: SparkNotes

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 July 2003

Country: United States

Imprint: SparkNotes

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 133.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 256

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Arts & Culture Non-Fiction Series: No Fear Shakespeare SparkNotes William Shakespeare

About the Author

WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE (1564-1616) wrote 37 plays. King Lear and Macbeth are widely considered his finest and most popular. They are, perhaps, the most frequently produced works on the planet.

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