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The Taming of the Shrew
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About this book
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 courtship and "taming" of Katherina, a headstrong woman considered unmarriageable by other suitors. Through psychological and physical tactics, Petruchio transforms his unwilling bride into an obedient wife. Meanwhile, multiple men compete for Katherina's younger sister Bianca, the more desirable daughter. The play has sparked ongoing controversy about whether it promotes misogyny, yet remains one of Shakespeare's most frequently adapted works. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading Level: Reading ease score: 82.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. Rights: Public domain in the USA. Downloads: 1118