Shylock Not A Jew (1919)

By Maurice Packard

Book Overview

Shylock Not A Jew is a book written by Maurice Packard and published in 1919. It is a critical analysis of Shakespeare's play ""The Merchant of Venice"" and challenges the common assumption that the character of Shylock is a Jewish stereotype. Packard argues that Shylock is actually a representation of a Christian usurer, and that the play is not anti-Semitic, but rather a commentary on the greed and corruption of society. The book delves into historical and cultural contexts to support this argument, and also examines the ways in which the play has been interpreted and performed over time. Overall, Shylock Not A Jew provides a fresh perspective on a classic work of literature and invites readers to question their assumptions about the characters and themes within it.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: 1437030874
• ISBN13: 9781437030877
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 76 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"