The Merchant of Venice - Book by William Shakespeare

Name: The Merchant of Venice
Author: William Shakespeare

The Merchant of Venice is one of William Shakespeare's most famous comedies, though it also contains deep themes of justice, mercy, and revenge. The play centers around the character of Shylock, a Jewish moneylender, who demands a pound of flesh as collateral for a loan to the merchant Antonio. When Antonio’s ships are lost at sea, Shylock seeks his legal pound of flesh, leading to a dramatic courtroom confrontation.

Tragedy

Original Language: English

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