The Taming of the Shrew

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Taming of the Shrew" by William Shakespeare is a play written during the late 16th century, typically regarded as part of the early Modern English period. This comedic work centers on the tumultuous relationship between Katherina, a strong-willed woman known for her sharp tongue, and Petruchio, a man determined to "tame" her into a compliant wife. The interplay of their personalities addresses themes of gender roles, conformity, and societal expectations within the framework of marriage. At the start of the play, we are introduced to the character of Christopher Sly, a drunken beggar, who is manipulated by a Lord into believing he is a wealthy nobleman. As Sly falls asleep, the focus shifts to the main characters, with Petruchio declaring his intent to woo Katherina. The opening scenes feature a humorous mix of misunderstandings and rapid dialogue among characters, setting the stage for the pair's contentious relationship. Meanwhile, Katherina's sister, Bianca, becomes the subject of competing suitors, creating a backdrop of romantic intrigue that contrasts the aggressive courtship style of Petruchio. This initial section lays the foundation for the comedic yet complex exploration of love and societal norms. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.

There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #1508

Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Taming_of_the_Shrew

Release date is 2000-07-01