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The Merchant of Venice – William Shakespeare
Discover The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare, one of his most famous plays, combining comedy, romance, legal drama and powerful questions about justice, mercy and human prejudice.
Antonio, a merchant of Venice, agrees to borrow money from the Jewish moneylender Shylock so that his friend Bassanio can travel to Belmont and seek the hand of the wealthy Portia.
Unable to repay the loan himself, Antonio accepts an extraordinary condition: if the debt is not repaid on time, Shylock may claim a pound of his flesh.
As Bassanio pursues Portia and Antonio’s fortunes take a dangerous turn, the story moves toward one of Shakespeare’s most famous courtroom scenes, where justice and mercy are placed in direct conflict.
Combining romantic comedy with darker themes of prejudice, revenge, money and law, The Merchant of Venice remains one of Shakespeare’s most discussed and frequently performed plays.
This English paperback edition is ideal for readers, students and theatre lovers interested in Shakespeare, classic drama and works exploring justice, identity and human relationships.
Why You’ll Love It
- One of Shakespeare’s best-known plays
- Combines comedy, romance and courtroom drama
- Explores timeless themes of justice, mercy, prejudice and revenge
- Ideal for students, theatre lovers and readers of classic literature