The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare

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Author Shakespeare, William, 1564-1616
Title The Taming of the Shrew
Note Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Note The First Folio, 1623
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Taming_of_the_Shrew
Summary "The Taming of the Shrew" by William Shakespeare is a classic play likely written during the late 16th century. This comedic tale explores themes of courtship, gender roles, and the dynamics of marriage, focusing on the tumultuous relationship between Katherina, the strong-willed daughter of Baptista Minola, and Petruchio, a man determined to win her hand and "tame" her spirited nature. The opening portion of the play introduces a drunken beggar named Christopher Sly, who becomes the unwitting subject of a Lord's practical joke. The Lord decides to have Sly treated as nobility upon waking, setting the stage for the play within a play that follows. This initial act is intertwined with the arrival of Lucentio and his servant Tranio to Padua, where they seek to woo Baptista's daughter Bianca. However, they learn that Bianca’s elder sister, Katherina, must marry first, presenting a challenge as Katherina is known for her fiery and combative nature. This scenario establishes the central conflict and introduces a host of colorful characters, all of whom will play pivotal roles in the unfolding drama surrounding the courtship of Katherina and Petruchio. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Comedies
Subject Man-woman relationships -- Drama
Subject Married people -- Drama
Subject Sex role -- Drama
Subject Padua (Italy) -- Drama
Category Text
EBook-No. 1107
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 3, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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