"The Quality of Mercy" is a novel by the American writer William Dean Howells, which tells the story of the difficult life of the main character Elliot Gorman. This book reflects important themes of disappointment, self-sacrifice and inner strength of man. The author reveals the internal conflict of the heroine, who is looking for a way to mercy and forgiveness in the difficult circumstances of her life. "The Quality of Mercy" fascinates the reader with its dramatic story and deep soul searches of the characters.