The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare
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ISBN: 9780521774291
Cambridge University Press (February 10, 2003)
Soft Cover, 293 pages
The Merchant of Venice has had a rich and varied stage history. It has aroused controversy for over four hundred years. The introduction to this edition challenges many of the preconceptions associated with the play, showing how historical events and cultural attitudes have influenced actors' interpretations and audience responses. The commentary describes how actors, directors and designers have approached the play from the first performances in the 1590s to the present.