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  • The Merchant of Venice Shakespeare for kids: Shakespeare in a language kids will understand and love by Jeanette Vigon book cover
  • The Merchant of Venice Shakespeare for kids: Shakespeare in a language kids will understand and love by Jeanette Vigon book cover
  • The Merchant of Venice Shakespeare for kids: Shakespeare in a language kids will understand and love by Jeanette Vigon book cover
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The Merchant of Venice Shakespeare for kids: Shakespeare in a language kids will understand and love

by Jeanette Vigon

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Shakespeare’s Venice in an accessible retelling

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Shakespeare’s Venice in an accessible retelling

Jeanette Vigon adapts *The Merchant of Venice* in simplified language, centering the story on merchant Antonio and his friend Bassanio. Their experiences bring friendship, promises, love, and the consequences of choices into focus, with justice and mercy among the themes the description highlights. Set in Venice, the retelling offers an entry point to Shakespeare’s play while preserving its attention to integrity and the value of character over wealth. The publisher description also notes lively illustrations as part of the presentation.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Young readers encountering Shakespeare for the first time
  • Families or educators seeking an accessible adaptation of *The Merchant of Venice*
  • Readers interested in classic stories about friendship, justice, and mercy

Themes

Friendship and promisesJustice and mercyLove and integrityCharacter versus wealth

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Book overview

Are you ready to journey into a world where justice and friendship collide in the most unexpected ways? In The Merchant of Venice: William Shakespeare for Kids, Jeanette Vigon breathes new life into Shakespeare's beloved classic - offering young readers a vivid and engaging exploration of timeless themes set against the enchanting backdrop of Venice.

This charming retelling follows Antonio, the selfless merchant, and his adventurous friend Bassanio as they navigate the trials of friendship, the weight of promises, and the true meaning of love. Through simplified language and lively illustrations, Vigon welcomes young readers into a world where cleverness triumphs and the goodness of a person's heart matters far more than the riches they possess.

Engaging and Educational A timeless story thoughtfully adapted for young minds - encouraging critical thinking, empathy, and a deeper understanding of the world.

Accessible Shakespeare Classic literature brought to life in a way that feels relatable, enjoyable, and perfectly suited for young readers discovering Shakespeare for the first time.

Meaningful Lessons A story rich with insight into the consequences of our choices, the power of kindness, and the importance of living with integrity.

Perfect for introducing young readers to the wonder of Shakespeare, The Merchant of Venice: William Shakespeare for Kids delivers adventure, mystery, and a moving lesson in the power of mercy and love - inspiring a new generation to discover and cherish the classics.

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