The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare

Sharp-tongued, fiery, and fiercely independent, Katherina has no intention of becoming anyone’s obedient wife. But when the audacious Petruchio sets out to “tame” her, their battle of wit and will becomes a dazzling comedy of love, power, and transformation. One of Shakespeare’s most provocative and enduring plays, “The Taming of the Shrew” explores gender, identity, and desire through laughter and contradiction. This Folger Shakespeare Library edition, with detailed notes and commentary, brings to life the brilliance, rhythm, and controversy of one of the Bard’s most unforgettable comedies.