English > Shakespeare > Merchant of Venice

Extensively researched, photocopiable material assist your teaching of set texts with the AS and A2 specifications. It can be used as the basis of delivering lessons, for student research and preparation, for follow-up homework, or as cover work in the case of teacher absence.

This play is a romantic comedy. But as the story of a young merchant who cannot repay a debt to vindictive money lender, it has a very dark obstacle in the character of Shylock, one of the most vivid and memorable characters in Shakespeare's works.

The Oxford School Shakespeare is a well-established series which helps students understand and enjoy Shakespeare's plays. Each play in this series has an extensive range of students' notes. These include detailed and clear explanations of difficult words and passages, a synopsis of the plot, summaries of individual scenes and notes on the main characters.

This is one of a series of books that provide a guide to Shakespeare's plays. The prefaces include endorsements by both actors and directors.