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The Yale of Shakespeare: The Merchant of Venice
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781026097038
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 136
Weight: 0.44
Height: 0.29 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Merchant of Venice is one of William Shakespeare's most enduring and complex plays, blending elements of comedy and drama to explore themes of justice, mercy, and prejudice. Set in the bustling commercial center of Venice and the romantic retreat of Belmont, the narrative follows the merchant Antonio, who risks a pound of flesh to help his friend Bassanio win the hand of the beautiful and intelligent Portia. When Antonio's ships are lost at sea, he finds himself at the mercy of Shylock, a moneylender seeking a literal enforcement of their contract.
As the conflict moves to a high-stakes courtroom, Shakespeare delves into the deep-seated tensions of his era, creating in Shylock one of the most discussed and debated characters in the Western canon. The play is celebrated for Portia's famous speech on the quality of mercy and its intricate weaving of multiple plotlines involving love, friendship, and social conflict. This work remains a cornerstone of English literature, valued for its poetic depth, its nuanced portrayal of morality, and its sharp examination of the human condition. It continues to be essential reading for anyone interested in the development of Western drama and the timeless struggle between legalism and compassion.
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