
In the bustling Italian town of Padua, a lively tavern sets the stage for a comic clash of wills. At its center is a fiercely independent young woman, notorious for her sharp tongue and obstinate nature, who resists every suitor. Opposite her stands a confident lord determined to “tame” her, enlisting a troupe of mischievous servants and elaborate schemes to win her over. Their verbal sparring and the chaotic antics of the surrounding cast promise endless amusement.
The dialogue crackles with Shakespeare’s trademark wit, as drunken barkeepers, meddling maids, and bumbling actors weave in and out of the drama. Each scheme sparks fresh misunderstandings, turning simple courtship into a farcical battle of egos. Listeners will be drawn into a vibrant world of romance, rivalry, and slap‑stick humor, all building toward a climactic showdown that tests pride and affection alike.
Language
fi
Duration
~1 hours (114K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Tapio Riikonen
Release date
2013-06-17
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1564–1616
Often called the greatest writer in the English language, this English playwright and poet created dramas and verses that still feel alive on the page and stage. His stories of ambition, love, jealousy, power, and loss continue to speak to readers centuries later.
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