For example, during the Elizabethan period, a plethora of derogatory stereotypes appeared in Shakespeare's plays. And notably in The Merchant of Venice, with the character of Shylock. Miserly, vengeful, and materialistic, Shylock sometimes appears as a one-dimensional negative stereotype of the Jewish man. However, Shakespeare also grants Shylock several moments of redemption. A notable incident occurs during the negotiation of the deal, when Shylock informs Antonio that “I will be friends with you and have your love” (I.iii.134). Despite everything, Shylock is still willing to accept Antonio as a friend, thus defying