Publisher's Synopsis
The Prompt Book: Shakespeare�������s Comedy Of Katharine And Petruchio (1878) is a book that contains the script and stage directions for William Shakespeare's play ""The Taming of the Shrew."" This particular edition was published in 1878 and is based on a prompt book, which is a copy of the script used by the actors and stage crew during rehearsals and performances.The play follows the story of Katharine and Petruchio, two characters who engage in a battle of wills as Petruchio attempts to ""tame"" Katharine and make her a more obedient wife. The play is known for its controversial themes and has been the subject of much debate and interpretation over the years.The Prompt Book includes the original text of the play, as well as detailed stage directions that provide insight into how the play was performed during Shakespeare's time. It also includes notes and annotations from the editor, which provide context and explanations for some of the more obscure references in the text.Overall, The Prompt Book: Shakespeare�������s Comedy Of Katharine And Petruchio (1878) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Shakespearean theatre or the interpretation of ""The Taming of the Shrew.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
