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kaykay38's review against another edition
4.0
I thoroughly enjoyed this play, however, I was very puzzled by the end. I know the ending is very controversial among Shakespeare and literary analysts. The witty, main female character is really refreshing among the many other dull-witted, predictable, and weak females in Shakespeare's works. In many cases, Katherine's wit surpasses Petruchio's. They are a compatible pair.
morgob's review against another edition
4.0
I read this play with my students. I was actually reading it for the first time with them, which is always fun. This was an interesting play, because going into it, I sort of knew the story, from 10 Things I Hate About You, but the play is so different. I know Shakespeare wrote it to comment on the times and how women were treated/expected to act, but that didn't stop me from getting so mad with how Petruchio treated Katherine and how much she changed herself for him just for the sake of placating him. Of course, I loved the language, the bantering between Petruchio and Katherine, and the funny plot twists that complicated things. This is technically my Shakespeare for the year already, though I may read another one over the summer again. It is a fun play for talking about gender roles and the ideas of misogyny while also talking about how things are different or the same in today's world.
votesforwomen's review against another edition
3.0
This was redeemed by the fact that we table read it in class and most of the men were played by women. Overall: yikes
idonttcareeeee's review against another edition
5.0
this was also for school, but it was still frigging good
n1ghthag's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
sarahs_bookdragon's review against another edition
4.0
If you are not big on Shakespeare but have to read one of his plays, I would recommend this one.
This was entertaining and funny. But just the interpretation of one monologue or dialogue can change the story from Katherine being the most powerful character, to Katherine being in submission. I wish I could have asked Shakespeare which he intended, but I prefer and believe in the former.
Not Shakespeare's best writing but is still a fantastic story. But Shakespeare's plays really need to be watched after reading, because there is so much in the story which words cannot express unarguably.
And Katherine is my favorite character. And is pretty much the only character I like.
This was entertaining and funny. But just the interpretation of one monologue or dialogue can change the story from Katherine being the most powerful character, to Katherine being in submission. I wish I could have asked Shakespeare which he intended, but I prefer and believe in the former.
Not Shakespeare's best writing but is still a fantastic story. But Shakespeare's plays really need to be watched after reading, because there is so much in the story which words cannot express unarguably.
And Katherine is my favorite character. And is pretty much the only character I like.
blondierocket's review against another edition
4.0
One of my favorite Shakespeare plays to be watched on the stage. Not as much fun reading as watching, but still entertaining.
Tells the story of two sisters, one evil (Kat) and one nice (Bianca). Their father refuses to let Bianca marry until her evil sister is married off first. Of course humor and chaos ensue as their suitors try to win their hearts and succeed in marriage.
Thinking about this play always reminds me of the film 10 Things I Hate About You, which is a modern-day version of the story.
Tells the story of two sisters, one evil (Kat) and one nice (Bianca). Their father refuses to let Bianca marry until her evil sister is married off first. Of course humor and chaos ensue as their suitors try to win their hearts and succeed in marriage.
Thinking about this play always reminds me of the film 10 Things I Hate About You, which is a modern-day version of the story.
klebere's review against another edition
3.0
I feel similarly about “Taming of the Shrew” as I do “Measure for Measure.” You would have to perform some mental gymnastics to argue that it ISN’T sexist—it’s one of those plays that makes for a great paper because it has a lot of problems.