The Taming of the Shrew

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About this book

This play within a play is a delightful farce about a fortune hunter who marries and tames" the town shrew. The comedy, often produced today because of its accessibility, is one of the plays Shakespeare intended for the general public rather than for the nobility. CliffsComplete combines the full original text of The Taming of the Shrew with a helpful glossary and CliffsNotes-quality commentary into one volume. You will find:A unique pedagogical approach that combines the complete original text with expert commentary following each sceneA descriptive bibliography and historical background on the author, the times, and the work itselfAn improved character map that graphically illustrates the relationships among the charactersSidebar glossaries"

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3.7/5 · 183652 readers · 120 pages · ≈ 2 h 13 m · Demanding

How long does it take to read The Taming of the Shrew?

About ≈ 2 h 13 m — 120 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.Typical novel≈ 5 h 56 mThe Taming of the Shrew~2 h 13 m

How many pages is The Taming of the Shrew?

120 pages in its most-read edition.Typical novel320The Taming of the Shrew120

What genre is The Taming of the Shrew?

It sits on the Drama, History, Fiction shelves.

Has The Taming of the Shrew been made into a movie or TV show?

Yes — screen adaptations include 10 Things I Hate About You (1999), Taming of the Shrew (1999), Estakoza (1996).

Is The Taming of the Shrew in the public domain?

Yes — it is free to read and share.

Who are the main characters in The Taming of the Shrew?

The main characters include William Shakespeare (1564-1616).

Where does The Taming of the Shrew take place?

It is set in Padua (Italy), Italy, Padua.

Who wrote The Taming of the Shrew?

William Shakespeare.

Where can I read The Taming of the Shrew online for free?

It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library

Setting Padua (Italy)ItalyPadua Characters William Shakespeare (1564-1616)
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