The Merchant of Venice

Description:

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.

subjects: Jews in literature,  Shylock (Fictitious character),  Shylock,  Criticism and interpretation,  Characters,  Shakespeare, william, 1564-1616, merchant of venice,  Jews,  Drama,  Moneylenders

People: William Shakespeare (1564-1616)