"The Merchant of Venice" is one of the most famous tragicomedies in world literature, written by the outstanding English playwright William Shakespeare. This work skillfully combines the themes of love, faith, forerunners and retribution. The main plot is the story of the famous merchant Antonio, who agrees to a risky deal with the cruel sinner Shyloch and puts his life on the line. Next to this, the love story between the beautiful Portia and the young Italian Bassanio unfolds. "The Merchant of Venice" is an eternal theme of morality and justice, which is still relevant for the modern reader.