The Merchant of Venice (Illustrated Shakespeare)

by WilliamShakespeare (Author), NeilKing (Editor)

• Used

  Paperback
  1992

  $169.79

• Used

  Paperback
  1993

  $3.31

  The Merchant of Venice has been performed more often than any other comedy by Shakespeare. This edition pays special attention to the expectations of its first audience, and to our modern experience of seeing and hearing the play. Mahood explores

• Used

  Hardcover
  2001

  $6.14

• New

  Paperback
  1984

  $20.23

  Full comprehension of the plays is gained from the line-by-line modern English translation given on facing pages. Understanding of the plays is increased as pupils take part in the variety of related activities included in each book. The significance of the plays is reinforced by sections discussing Shakespeare's life, works and theatre. Pupils are encouraged to understand the language, characters, structure and themes of the plays by completion of practical exercises.