The Merchant of Venice - by Gareth Hinds (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>Moody and mesmerizing, this graphic novel adaptation of one of Shakespeare's more controversial plays boasts a chic modern cast, high drama, and all the dark, familiar beauty of Venice. Young adult.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><b>With elegant, contemporary artwork and a faithful but succinct adaptation, this graphic novel casts a classic drama in a provocative new light.</b> <p/>Here is the tale of young Bassanio, who, to win the love of fair Portia, entangles his dearest friend, Antonio, in a dangerous bargain with the moneylender Shylock. Only Bassanio's heartfelt efforts -- and a clever intervention by Portia -- will save Antonio from paying Shylock a pound of flesh. Moody and mesmerizing, this graphic novel adaptation of one of Shakespeare's more controversial plays boasts a chic modern cast, high drama, and all the dark, familiar beauty of Venice.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>A captivating, smartly executed work.<br>--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Gareth Hinds</b> is the creator of <i>Beowulf</i> and other graphic novels based on classic works. Of <i>The Merchant of Venice</i>, he says, I find the fairy-tale symbolism and ethical dilemmas of this play compelling, and I wanted to use the graphic novel form to present them to a modern audience. He lives in New York City.
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