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Oxford School Shakespeare: The Taming of the Shrew

The Taming of the Shrew, in the popular Oxford School Shakespeare series, updated with a fresh new look.

William Shakespeare and Roma Gill

Suitable for:  Students aged 11-14 in the UK and in international markets.

Price:  £7.99

ISBN: 978-0-19-839223-1
Publication date: 21/02/2013
Paperback: 160 pages
Dimensions: 216x170mm

Availability: In stock.

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Description

The Taming of the Shrew is a popular text for study by secondary students the world over. This edition includes illustrations, preliminary notes, reading lists and classroom notes.


Features

  • Full accessible notes ideal for students
  • Additional information and reading lists
  • A range of illustrations, both contextual and explanatory
  • A school edition that is both accessible and academically rigorous

This page was last updated on 22 December 2024 at 20:30 GMT

Table of Contents

Introduction
- About the Play
- Leading Characters in the Play
- Synopsis
- The Taming of the Shrew: commentary
- Shakespeare's Verse
- Source, Date, and Text
Characters in the Play
The Taming of the Shrew
Appendix A: Christopher Sly
Appendix B: Manning a Hawk

Classwork and Examinations
- Discussion of Themes and Topics
- Character Study
- Activities
- Context Questions
- Critical Appreciation
- Essays
- Projects
Selected Further Reading
William Shakespeare, 1564 - 1616
List of Shakespeare's Plays