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A review by ayearinbookswithzoe
The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
This is one of the worst plays I’ve ever read. It is essentially purely antisemitism and nothing else. Compared to Shakespeare’s other works it’s very disappointing.
Graphic: Misogyny, Racial slurs, Racism, Violence, Xenophobia, Antisemitism, and Religious bigotry