The Merchant of Venice

Shakespeare Made Easy (Shakespeare Made Easy (Paperback))

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William Shakespeare: The Merchant of Venice (1989, Learning Links)

Paperback, 236 pages

English language

Published Dec. 7, 1989 by Learning Links.

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In this lively comedy of love and money in sixteenth-century Venice, Bassanio wants to impress the wealthy heiress Portia but lacks the necessary funds. He turns to his merchant friend, Antonio, who is forced to borrow from Shylock, a Jewish moneylender. When Antonio's business falters, repayment becomes impossible--and by the terms of the loan agreement, Shylock is able to demand a pound of Antonio's flesh. Portia cleverly intervenes, and all ends well (except of course for Shylock).

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  • English literature: Shakespeare texts