Shylock's Revenge

By David Murray Smith

Book Overview

Shylock's Revenge by David Murray Smith is a novel that explores the themes of identity, revenge, and justice. The story is set in Venice, Italy, during the 16th century, and follows the character of Shylock, a Jewish moneylender who has been wronged by his Christian counterparts. Shylock seeks revenge against his enemies, particularly Antonio, a wealthy merchant who has publicly humiliated and insulted him.As the story unfolds, Shylock's plan for revenge becomes increasingly elaborate, involving deception, manipulation, and even murder. However, his actions also lead to unintended consequences, as he becomes increasingly isolated from his family and community.The novel also explores the complex relationships between Jews and Christians in Renaissance-era Italy, and the ways in which these relationships were shaped by social, political, and economic factors. The characters in the book are vividly drawn, and the dialogue is rich and engaging, bringing to life the world of 16th-century Venice.Overall, Shylock's Revenge is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that explores timeless themes of justice, revenge, and the human condition. It is a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction, Shakespearean drama, or the complex dynamics of interfaith relations.THIS 62 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Tales of Chivalry and Romance, by David Murray Smith. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766189104.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: 142546629X
• ISBN13: 9781425466299
• Release Date: December 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.3" x 11.0"