The Taming of the Shrew (Shakespeare, Signet Classic) by Shakespeare, William

Signet. Mass Market Pa. 0451526791 Book Description very good clean This controversial comedy--the inspiration for such modern works as Kiss Me , Kate and 10 Things I Hate About You--follows the tumultuous courtship and marriage of Petruchio and the headstrong Katherina. Also included in this editon are commentaries by Richard Hosley, Germaine Greer, and others, as w ell as a stage and screen history and an overview of Shakespeare's life. Editorial Reviews Review 'A triumphant addition to our times.' - Fiona Shaw, The Times --This text r efers to the Paperback edition. Book Description Like every other play in the Cambridge School Shakespeare series, The Taming of the Shrew has been specially prepared to help all students in schools and colleges. This version aims to be different from other editions of the play. It invites you to bring the play to life in your classroom through enjoyable activities that will help increase your understanding. You are encourage to make up your own mind about the play, rather than have someone else's interpretation handed down to you. Whatever you do, remember that Shakespeare wrote his plays to be acted, watched and enjoyed. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. . Very Good.