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The Taming of the Shrew
by Shakespeare, William
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Creators: William Shakespeare (1564-1616) "The Taming of the Shrew" by William Shakespeare is a comedy written between 1590 and 1592. The play follows Petruchio's controversial courtship of Katherina, a headstrong woman considered an undesirable bride. Through psychological and physical tactics, including denying her food and clothing, Petruchio attempts to "tame" her into an obedient wife. Meanwhile, suitors compete for Katherina's younger sister Bianca, employing disguises and deceptions. The play's treatment of gender relations has sparked ongoing debate about whether it is misogynistic. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading Level: Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. Rights: Public domain in the USA. Downloads: 712