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In the lively town of Padua, the wealthy Baptista Minola seeks suitors for his two daughters, Bianca and the sharp-tongued Katharina, known as the shrew. Desiring to marry Bianca, several men vie for her hand, but Baptista insists that Katharina must marry first. Petruchio, a brash gentleman from Verona, arrives seeking a wealthy wife and sets his sights on Katharina. Despite her fiery resistance, Petruchio employs unconventional methods to »tame« her, leading to a tumultuous and comedic battle of wills. The Taming of the Shrew presents a contentious portrayal of gender roles and relationships, inviting scrutiny and debate. While its central premise of a woman being »tamed« has drawn criticism for its patriarchal overtones, the play's complex characters and witty dialogue continue to captivate audiences. Over the centuries, interpretations of the play have evolved, with modern adaptations exploring themes of power dynamics, consent, and the nature of love.
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE [1564-1616], born in Stratford-upon-Avon in Warwickshire, England, is known as the greatest playwright of all time, with his name attached to a long line of immortal plays, including Othello, Romeo & Juliet, Hamlet, King Lear, and Macbeth.
© 2024 Modernista (Rafbók): 9789180948869
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Rafbók: 26 april 2024
Skáldsögur
In the lively town of Padua, the wealthy Baptista Minola seeks suitors for his two daughters, Bianca and the sharp-tongued Katharina, known as the shrew. Desiring to marry Bianca, several men vie for her hand, but Baptista insists that Katharina must marry first. Petruchio, a brash gentleman from Verona, arrives seeking a wealthy wife and sets his sights on Katharina. Despite her fiery resistance, Petruchio employs unconventional methods to »tame« her, leading to a tumultuous and comedic battle of wills. The Taming of the Shrew presents a contentious portrayal of gender roles and relationships, inviting scrutiny and debate. While its central premise of a woman being »tamed« has drawn criticism for its patriarchal overtones, the play's complex characters and witty dialogue continue to captivate audiences. Over the centuries, interpretations of the play have evolved, with modern adaptations exploring themes of power dynamics, consent, and the nature of love.
WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE [1564-1616], born in Stratford-upon-Avon in Warwickshire, England, is known as the greatest playwright of all time, with his name attached to a long line of immortal plays, including Othello, Romeo & Juliet, Hamlet, King Lear, and Macbeth.
© 2024 Modernista (Rafbók): 9789180948869
Útgáfudagur
Rafbók: 26 april 2024
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