The Taming of the Shrew
| Language | en |
|---|---|
| First published | 1998-10-01 |
| Rights | Public domain in the USA. |
| Gutenberg ID | #1508 |
Description
"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.)