The Taming of the Shrew, And, Coriolanus (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

William Shakespeare

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1333086571 ISBN 13 : 9781333086572

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A concise, scholarly look at two great Shakespearean works

This guide examines how The Taming of the Shrew and Coriolanus fit into their eras, how their plots and characters reflect themes of power, class, and leadership, and how editors and critics have understood them over time.

The pages frame the works with context, from dating and sources to dramatic structure and character relations. You’ll see discussions of how revision, tradition, and narrative focus shape the plays, plus notes on how different editions handle key scenes and lines. It’s a clear, approachable resource for readers who want to think deeply about Shakespeare without getting lost in jargon.
What you’ll experience

• A through-line on the origins, revisions, and edition history of both plays
• Analysis of major characters, central conflicts, and the plays’ social worlds
• Summaries of critical viewpoints and how they influence modern readings
• Guidance on navigating complex language, structure, and dramatic design

Ideal for readers who enjoy Shakespeare’s craft, students exploring dramatic form, and anyone seeking a thoughtful companion to The Taming of the Shrew and Coriolanus.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

The Taming of the Shrew is a comedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written between 1590 and 1592.The play begins with a framing device, often referred to as the induction, in which a mischievous nobleman tricks a drunken tinker named Christopher Sly into believing he is actually a nobleman himself. The nobleman then has the play performed for Sly's diversion. The main plot depicts the courtship of Petruchio and Katherina, the headstrong, obdurate shrew. Initially, Katherina is an unwilling participant in the relationship, but Petruchio tempers her with various psychological torments—the "taming"—until she becomes a compliant and obedient bride. The subplot features a competition between the suitors of Katherina's more desirable sister, Bianca. The play's allegedly misogynistic elements have become the subject of considerable controversy, particularly among modern scholars, audiences, and readers. This volume contains the play.

Biographie de l'auteur

William Shakespeare (1564 – 1616) was an English poet, playwright, and actor, widely regarded as the greatest writer in the English language and the world's pre-eminent dramatist. He is often called England's national poet, and the "Bard of Avon". His extant works, including collaborations, consist of approximately 38 plays, 154 sonnets, two long narrative poems, and a few other verses, some of uncertain authorship. His plays have been translated into every major living language and are performed more often than those of any other playwright.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1333086571
• ISBN 13: 9781333086572
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 356
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