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The Merchant of Venice
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The Merchant of Venice Paperback - 2008

by Hinds, Gareth

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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.

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Candlewick Press. Used - Very Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects.
Used - Very Good
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Details

  • Title The Merchant of Venice
  • Author Hinds, Gareth
  • Binding Paperback
  • Condition Used - Very Good
  • Pages 80
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Candlewick Press
  • Date 2008-05-22
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Illustrated, Maps, Price on Product - Canadian
  • Bookseller's Inventory # 5599778-6
  • ISBN 9780763630256 / 076363025X
  • Weight 0.73 lbs (0.33 kg)
  • Dimensions 10.37 x 6.82 x 0.33 in (26.34 x 17.32 x 0.84 cm)
  • Ages 12 to 17 years
  • Grade levels 7 - 12
  • Reading level 1050
  • Themes
    • Cultural Region: Italy
  • Library of Congress subjects Shakespeare, William, Graphic novels
  • Dewey Decimal Code FIC

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From the publisher

Gareth Hinds is the creator of BEOWULF and other graphic novels based on classic works. Of THE MERCHANT OF VENICE, 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 Somerville, Massachusetts.

Media reviews

Citations

  • Booklist, 03/15/2008, Page 58
  • Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks, 07/01/2008, Page 494
  • Horn Book Magazine, 07/01/2008, Page 466
  • Hornbook Guide to Children, 10/01/2008, Page 444
  • Kirkus Review - Children, 04/01/2008, Page 371
  • Publishers Weekly, 02/04/2008, Page 43
  • School Library Journal, 05/01/2008, Page 156

About the author

Gareth Hinds is the creator of Beowulf and other graphic novels based on classic works. Of The Merchant of Venice, 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.