Annotations Upon The Merchant Of Venice (1787)

By Samuel Johnson and George Steevens

Book Overview

Annotations Upon The Merchant Of Venice (1787) is a literary work by Samuel Johnson, a renowned English writer and lexicographer. The book is a detailed analysis and critique of William Shakespeare's play, The Merchant of Venice. Johnson's annotations provide a comprehensive examination of the play's language, characters, themes, and historical context. He delves into the intricacies of the plot, highlighting the various subplots and the underlying messages that Shakespeare intended to convey. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the play. Johnson's annotations are written in a clear and concise style, making them easy to understand and follow. He also includes extensive notes on the historical background of the play, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the social and political context in which it was written. Overall, Annotations Upon The Merchant Of Venice is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Shakespearean literature, as well as for students and scholars studying the play. Johnson's insightful commentary sheds new light on the play and provides readers with a fresh perspective on one of Shakespeare's most iconic works.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104013770
• ISBN13: 9781104013776
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 80 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"