The Merchant of Venice The Bill, E, a Globe, some controversy about Bacon, a farmer’s daughter called Ann all lead to one person. Well most young people will stop reading when I reveal the answer, but hang on a moment before you give a gaping yawn and yell “Boring!” William Shakespeare is not just an ugly old guy who pranced about in a pair of pantaloons and tights in the 16th century and his work is not just for old fuddy duddies. If it’s just given a whirl you will discover that his works have something that appeals to all. Even you! Take ‘The Mer