Title page from The Merchant of Venice (facs. 1st Folio 1623)

Part of: Shakespeares Comedies, Histories, and Tragedies (facs. 1st Folio 1623) The Merchant of Venice (facs. 1st Folio 1623)

The Merchant of Venice famously depicts the bargain between Antonio and Shylock to secure a monetary loan with the promise of “a pound of flesh” if the loan is not repaid. In doing so, it explores the complex issues of religion, prejudice, justice, and mercy. This is a facsimile edition of the play from the First Folio edition of 1623.