Merchant of Venice: Teacher's Resource
Nelson Thornes Shakespeare

By William Shakespeare; Edited by Tony Farrell
June 2003
Nelson-Thornes
ISBN: 0748769633
80 pages, Illustrated; AGES: 14-16
$97.50 paper original


Provides just the right balance for the study of language, imagery and theatricality, and of character and context, enabling students to gain a clear understanding of the text. Contains introductory essays focusing on topics related to social, cultural and historical context. Introductions to each scene pointing out a central feature and ensuring that students understand the plot.

Extensive notes and well-placed illustrations provide clear explanations of words and phrases, and a general overview of the meaning for easy reference. Accompanying support packs provide clearly structured and easily manageable resource materials for Assessment Objective-driven coursework assignments.

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