Shakespeare Made Easy - The Merchant of Venice Maritime The emotional intensity of this

The emotional intensity of this portrait is riveting

while Anthony Grafton's introduction depicts Machiavelli's world of power struggles and intrigue

a prodigal son who left his family after an irreparable fight with his father

the relationships with colleagues including Gordon Brown

Erin turns away from fast and fame and frenzy

Shakespeare Made Easy - The Merchant of Venice Maritime The emotional intensity of thisAn accessible retelling of Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice. Set in sixteenth century Venice, the story centers on Bassanio's wish to win Portia's fortune and favor, Antonio's risky loan from Shylock to fund his friend's venture, and the perilous bond that demands a pound of flesh. Portia's wit and disguise as a legal expert drive a dramatic courtroom resolution. The tale explores themes of friendship, mercy, justice, and prejudice, with