Merchant of Venice : Abridged for Schools and Performance

Shakespeare, William; O'hara, K. J.

ISBN 10: 1517582873 / ISBN 13: 9781517582876

Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2015

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Merchant of Venice : Abridged for Schools and Performance
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1517582873
• ISBN 13: 9781517582876
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: As New

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Synopsis

The Merchant of Venice is one of Shakespeare’s most frequently studied plays, exploring justice, mercy, prejudice, loyalty and friendship through a powerful story set in Renaissance Venice. The length and complexity of the original text, however, can present challenges for students and performance groups.

This carefully abridged edition has been created specifically for classroom study and school performance. It retains Shakespeare’s original language and the key scenes most commonly explored in English lessons, while presenting a clearer and more manageable version of the play for modern students.

Originally developed through Theatre in Education work and classroom practice, this script has been successfully used in schools for both literary study and performance. The structure allows the play to be performed by small casts or adapted for larger productions, making it flexible for a wide range of school settings.

Ideal for English and drama teachers, students studying Shakespeare at secondary level, and youth theatre groups, this edition makes The Merchant of Venice accessible while preserving the dramatic impact of the original play.

Book Description

The Merchant of Venice has been performed more often than any other comedy by Shakespeare. This edition pays special attention to the expectations of its first audience, and to our modern experience of seeing and hearing the play.