The Merchant of Venice

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The narrative explores themes of melancholy and existential uncertainty as Antonio grapples with an inexplicable sadness that leaves him feeling lost. His friend Salerio attempts to understand Antonio's emotional turmoil, likening his thoughts to ships navigating the ocean, contrasting the grandeur of wealth and status with the struggles of lesser traders. The dialogue captures the tension between external success and internal despair, highlighting the complexities of human emotion and the search for self-awareness amidst life's uncertainties.