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What does Shakespeare have to say about the role of women in 'The Taming Of The Shrew' and how does he present these ideas.
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WHAT DOES SHAKESPEARE HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN 'THE TAMING OF THE SHREW' AND HOW DOES HE PRESENT THESE IDEAS. Shakespeare's depiction of the role of women in The Taming of the Shrew, seems to seek to question the contemporary view of their position as, "I am your wife in obedience", (Induction 2, line 103) by showing that marriage can be a more evenly balanced pact. The Taming of the Shrew is complex as it is a play within a play and both are filled with deception. Shakespeare's ideas about the role of women can be viewed in a number of ways, for whilst he demonstrates that women have a less important role in society - they are seen to be there to serve men - he has made some of the female characters complex, indicating perhaps his own regard towards women, and his appreciation that they can...
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