Here's a site that discusses Shakespeare and Anti-Semitism. (Just click <Cancel> when they ask for your name and password.)
	Here's one that gives you a look at Christopher Marlowe's Jew of Malta (which was supposedly a source for Merchant).
	An essay called the Role of Shylock give you some guy's opinion on just what Shakespeare was thinking.  It's just one opinion, but pretty interesting.
	An essay on the issue of Shylock as a victim or a villain.
	And another essay on Shylock, and how he gets what he deserves. It's actually a pretty shallow look at the play, but it's good to hear every opinion, I guess.
	The Role of Prejudice in The Merchant of Venice - This is from a website where you can purchase term papers!  So I guess if you're desperate and you like this paper, buy it.  If you get caught, though, just promise you won't blame me!
	An article called Shylock on Appeal in which the writer looks at Shylock's trial as a real trial and finds Shylock to be not guilty. Worth reading.
	A description of a book called Shylock, the Roman: "a radical reinterpretation of the Merchant of Venice."
	A really interesting examination of Portia and Shylock: Outsiders of Venice.
	An interview with Norbert Kentrup, who played Shylock at the Globe in 1998.

	Going to name your new boy (or dog?) Shylock?  Well, first of all, you're a little odd.  Second of all, read this analysis of the name first.
	Don't we all want to own our very own Shylock figurine?
	Want to cuddle with Shylock the bear?  Click here to purchase him!
	Here's a book by Erica Jong called Shylock's Daughter, which actually has a little to do with Merchant.
	A very weird little interpretation of the trial scene.  You've got to see this.

	American Consumer Credit Counseling (ACCC) is a nonprofit site offering help with debt.
	Myvesta.org offers "help with debt," "planning your spending," and other resources.
	Anyloan.com - apply for student, business, auto, home, and consumer loans, plus debt consolidation and credit cards - "fast, easy, and free!"
	Studentcredit.com - This is a great site for students.  It is straightforward and offers various credit card applications, plus tons of info and advice.
	A Guide to Personal Finance has "free information and applications," and it's easy to use.

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