The Sexes

In the play The Taming of the Shrew by William Shakespeare, Petrucio recognizes, respects and desires Katherine’s strength of character. Petrucio is a clever man who sees beyond facades because he uses them in addition to a lot of irony himself. (II, i 46) (II, I 283 - 89) He is stimualted by Katherines sharp tongue and harsh actions. He proves this in many ways throughout the play. Petrucio is not in desperate need of money, but …

…to Petrucio’s games and words of irony. (IV, v 37 - 50) I feel certain that Petrucio and Katherine will have a great time as a couple, and that Katherine is not necessarily tamed. I think they will both have their own victories in light of eachother and continue to shock society. It turns out the Petrucio wanted a women with similar qualities to his own, to challenge him, sharpen his wits, and keep his interest.