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The Merchant of Venice

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William Shakespeare

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Titel: The Merchant of Venice
Sprache: Englisch
Autor*innen: William Shakespeare
Verlag: Simon & Schuster
Erscheinungsdatum: 2010
ISBN10: 1439191166
ISBN13: 9781439191163
Schlagwörter: Belletristik, Sci-Fi und Fantasy, Fantasy, Klassiker, Dramen
Bewertung: 3,9 von 5 Sternen
Beschreibung: "Hath not a Jew eyes? Hath not a Jew hands, organs, dimensions, senses, affections, passions?" This poignant plea from Shylock encapsulates a dramatic moment in the play. In the aftermath of the Holocaust, interpretations have emerged, with some arguing that the work represents Shakespeare's condemnation of ignorance and anti-Semitism, advocating for tolerance and multiculturalism. Conversely, others view it as a comedy that ridicules a 16th-century Jew. The plot reveals a greater complexity: Bassanio, a carefree Venetian, seeks financial help from his wealthy friend Antonio to pursue the beautiful Portia in Belmont. Antonio, unwilling to deny his friend, borrows from the Jewish moneylender Shylock, who humorously demands a pound of flesh if the debt is unpaid. When disaster strikes and Antonio's ships sink, Shylock insists on his bond, transforming the initial camaraderie into a looming tragedy. The climactic courtroom scene, featuring a disguised Portia and a menacing Shylock, highlights the intense debate on "the quality of mercy." The play's controversial themes continue to evoke strong reactions, ensuring its enduring fascination and divisive nature among audiences.