"The Merchant of Venice" is a well-known comedy by the English playwright William Shakespeare, which was written in the 16th century. The plot of the book revolves around an Italian merchant named Shylock, who demands payment of a debt of ten million ducats from the English merchant Antonio. However, when the debt is not paid on time, Shylock demands a terrible pledge - a pound of flesh from Antonio's body. The conflict between the book's characters illuminates complex themes such as the relationship between religions, human cruelty and mercy. "The Merchant of Venice" is known for its depth and relevance of the themes that Shakespeare considers in his work. This play is a classic work of world literature that continues to interest readers around the world with its mysteries and moral dilemmas.