About “The Merchant of Venice”
The Merchant of Venice is a play by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written between 1596 and 1598. The story takes place in the Republic of Venice and centers on Antonio, a merchant who defaults on a large loan. The loan was taken out by Antonio to help his friend Bassanio, and it was provided by Shylock, a Jewish moneylender. The loan agreement includes a dangerous condition that leads to serious consequences for Antonio. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- Published
- 1600
- Latest edition
- 1600 · ISBN 9781439191163
- ISBN
- 9781439191163
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is The Merchant of Venice?
The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare has 247 pages.
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Some summaries adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.