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The merchant of Venice

by Neil Heims

Jews in literatureShylock (Fictitious character)ShylockCriticism and interpretationCharactersShakespeare, william, 1564-1616, merchant of veniceJewsDrama

Several themes are presented within the framework of a traditional comedy that calls for the triumph of young lovers over their unromantic elders. Contains a selection of the finest criticism through the centuries on "The Merchant of Venice", as well as a biography of Shakespeare.

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For young readers

Book data: Open Library