A review by wildestdreams
The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare

challenging medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

1.5

While I think it’s worth reading (not necessarily a must-read, but I don’t want it pulled off the shelves) from a historical and literary perspective, it is hideously antisemitic and as a Jewish person I cannot recommend it in good faith after how hurtful I have found it.
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