William Shakespeare

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The Story Of The Merchant Of Venice (1904)

Beschreibung

The Story of the Merchant of Venice is a play written by William Shakespeare in 1596. The story revolves around the wealthy merchant Antonio, who borrows money from the Jewish moneylender Shylock to help his friend Bassanio woo the beautiful and wealthy Portia. However, when Antonio is unable to repay the loan, Shylock demands a pound of his flesh as repayment.The play explores themes of love, friendship, loyalty, and justice, as well as the prejudice and discrimination faced by the Jewish community in Elizabethan England. It features iconic characters such as the cunning Portia, the loyal friend Bassanio, and the vengeful Shylock.First published in 1600, The Story of the Merchant of Venice has since become one of Shakespeare's most popular plays and is still widely performed and studied today. This edition, published in 1904, includes an introduction and notes by the renowned Shakespearean scholar Samuel Johnson.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Autor

William Shakespeare, often hailed as the greatest writer in the English language, was born in April 1564 in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. He was the third of eight children born to John Shakespeare, a glove maker and local official, and Mary Arden, of notable heritage. Shakespeare likely attended the local grammar school, where he developed a strong foundation in Latin and classical literature. At 18, he married Anne Hathaway, with whom he had three children. By the early 1590s, he had moved to London, becoming an actor, playwright, and a key member of the Lord Chamberlain's Men.Shakespeare's enduring fame is built on a remarkable body of work comprising 39 plays, 154 sonnets, and narrative poems. His plays, categorized into tragedies, comedies, and histories, showcase his mastery of language and deep understanding of human nature. Iconic tragedies like Hamlet, Macbeth, and King Lear explore themes of ambition, betrayal, and morality. Comedies such as A Midsummer Night's Dream and Twelfth Night offer humor and insights into love and identity, while histories like Henry V and Richard III reflect on power and leadership. Around 1613, Shakespeare retired to Stratford, where he lived until his death on April 23, 1616, traditionally thought to be his birthday. His works have been translated into every major language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright. Shakespeare's profound influence on literature, language, and culture endures, cementing his legacy as one of history's most significant writers. His works continue to inspire, educate, and entertain audiences worldwide.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 110
• Erscheinungstermin: 13. Juni 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 6mm
• Gewicht: 173g
• ISBN-13: 9781104667702
• ISBN-10: 1104667703
• Artikelnr.: 26820885