The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare (Folger Shakespeare Library)

Shakespeare's Most Audacious Comedy — A Battle of Wills Like No Other

Petruchio wants a wealthy wife. Katherina refuses to be tamed. What follows is one of the most entertaining, provocative, and endlessly debated comedies in all of literature. The Taming of the Shrew is Shakespeare at his most bold — a play that has sparked conversation for over 400 years and shows no signs of stopping.

This Folger Shakespeare Library edition is the most trusted text available, with expert annotations that help you engage with every layer of this complex, witty play.

• Authoritative text edited by Barbara A. Mowat and Paul Werstine
• Detailed notes from the world's leading center for Shakespeare studies
• Insightful introductions exploring themes of gender, power, and performance
• Perfect for students, book clubs, and theatre enthusiasts

Whether you read it as farce, satire, or social commentary, The Taming of the Shrew is a play that demands your engagement. Funny, fierce, and utterly unforgettable.

📖 Who It's For: Literature students, Shakespeare fans, theatre lovers, and anyone who enjoys a great battle of wills.