"The Taming of the Shrew" by William Shakespeare is one of Shakespeare's more fun plays. It's easier to understand than most of his other plays and it was adapted into the film "10 Things I Hate About You," making it more modern and relatable. it's about two sisters, Katherine and Bianca, whose father won't let Bianca marry until her older sister does. However, Katherine is detestable and many would call her a 'shrew.' Lucentio, like many other men, is in love with Bianca and wishes to marry her. He knows about her father's rule though and introduces her father to Petrucio, a very self-absorbed, egotistical man, even by today's standards. He agrees to marry Katherine against her wishes because of the large sum of money he will obtain from it. While married, he begins to 'tame' her; not feeding her and having her follow his orders. Hence, where the title of the play comes from. Shakespeare brings attention the horridness of a man trying to tame his wife, but the play is truly witty and there are many scenes that are hilarious to read. It's one of his more enjoyable works and he brings his characters to life with the witty comments they make trying to win the womens affections.