BOOK REVIEW: Merchant of Venice
Greetings and Announcements!!
Welcome everyone! Long time no see! I haven’t been on much because I had to get ready and adjust to my new school! But fear not, I am back. This time, I am giving a book review about a book! Spoilers included.
Basic Info
In my literature class, we're currently diving into William Shakespeare's play, "The Merchant of Venice." Written in the late 16th century, this play is all about love, greed, justice, and prejudice, and it's been quite the journey.
Getting to Know the Characters
One of the coolest things about this play is its characters. We have Antonio, who's a loyal friend to Bassanio, and their bond drives the story. Then there's Shylock, the Jewish moneylender, who's not easy to figure out. He makes us think about topics like fairness, forgiveness, and revenge.
Then there is Portia, the smart and resourceful heiress, who does something wild by pretending to be a guy lawyer in a big courtroom scene. She challenges what was considered normal for her time, especially how women were supposed to act.
Themes That Still Matter
"The Merchant of Venice" talks about things that are still important today. Like, the desire for money, strong friendships, the messiness of love, and how prejudice can mess things up. It makes us wonder what we value and believe as we watch the characters deal with tough decisions.
The connection between Antonio and Shylock, based on a risky loan, makes us think about what it means to be human and how being obsessed with making money can have bad results. The courtroom scene, where Portia tricks everyone, makes us question what's right and wrong.
My Thoughts
Reading "The Merchant of Venice" in class has made me think a lot. Understanding the story with my classmates is really fun since we all have different ideas.
This play pushes us to look at our own opinions and biases like the characters do. It reminds us that literature can help us understand the challenges and triumphs that come with being human, even across many years.
Conclusion
In short, "The Merchant of Venice" is a fantastic work that keeps drawing readers in. It shows us that stories, like life, can be complicated and make us see things from different angles. I'm excited to keep discussing it in class, and I think anyone who likes exploring what it means to be human should try it. Bye!!
P.S: I added a video in case you want to learn more about “The Merchant of Venice”
