Shylock is My Name: The Merchant of Venice Retold
Howard Jacobson
Part of the Hogarth Shakespeare series.
Who is this guy, Dad? What is he doing here?
In this engaging audiobook, wealthy art collector and philanthropist Simon Strulovitch grapples with an absent wife and a daughter veering off course. When he encounters Shylock in a Cheshire cemetery, he invites him back to his home, leading to an extraordinary friendship. Meanwhile, in the affluent environment of the Golden Triangle, the manipulative Plurabelle, the star of her own TV series, navigates her life filled with plastic surgery and extravagant parties. Alongside her loyal friend D?Anton, they conspire to meddle in Strulovitch’s daughter’s life, putting both love and a pound of flesh at stake.
In this fresh interpretation of The Merchant of Venice, Howard Jacobson explores the complexities of fatherhood, identity, and mercy in today’s world. This audiobook captures the unique narrative style and character dynamics, offering a thoughtful listening experience.
