A rough-and-tumble farce centered around a lively battle of the sexes, The Taming of the Shrew brims with action and bawdy humor. The unconventional romance between a lusty fortune-hunter and a bitter shrew unfolds to the accompaniment of witty, fast-paced dialogue and physical humor.
Unique features of the Signet Classic Shakespeare
An extensive overview of Shakespeare's life, world, and theater by the general editor of the Signet Classic Shakespeare series, Sylvan Barnet
A special introduction to the play by the editor, Robert B. Heilman, University of Washington
Sources from which Shakespeare derived The Taming of the Shrew
Dramatic criticism from the past and present: commentaries by Richard Hosley, Maynard Mack, Germaine Greer, Alexander Leggatt, Linda Bamber, Karen Newman, Camille Wells Sights
A comprehensive stage and screen history of notable actors, directors, and productions of The Taming of the Shrew, then and now
Text, notes, and commentaries printed in the clearest, most readable type
Up-to-date list of recommended readings
