| Author |
Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616 |
| Translator |
Schlegel, August Wilhelm von, 1767-1845 |
| Uniform Title |
The Merchant of Venice. German
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| Title |
Der Kaufmann von Venedig
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Merchant_of_Venice https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Der_Kaufmann_von_Venedig
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"Der Kaufmann von Venedig" by William Shakespeare is a play likely written in the late 16th century, showcasing the playwright's masterful blend of comedy, drama, and poignant social commentary. The story revolves around Antonio, a merchant of Venice, who finds himself entangled in a complex web of love, commerce, and religious conflict as his friend Bassanio seeks to court the wealthy heiress Portia. The play explores themes of mercy, justice, and the nature of true worth, often contrasting the mercantile world of Venice with the idyllic realm of Belmont. The opening portion of the play introduces key characters and sets the stage for the unfolding drama. Antonio is introduced in a state of melancholy, puzzling his friends as they speculate on the reasons for his sadness. Meanwhile, Bassanio discusses his aspirations for Portia and reveals his financial troubles, leading to a plan to borrow money from the Jewish moneylender Shylock, using Antonio as a guarantor. This initial interaction lays the groundwork for the central conflict of the story, as Shylock’s resentment towards Antonio surfaces, hinting at the darker tones that will emerge as the narrative develops. The scenes gracefully shift between the bustling streets of Venice and the more serene atmosphere of Belmont, foreshadowing the contrasts and tensions that will define the relationships within the play. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Comedies
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| Subject |
Jews -- Italy -- Drama
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| Subject |
Moneylenders -- Drama
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| Subject |
Venice (Italy) -- Drama
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
7043 |
| Release Date |
Dec 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 18, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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