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William Shakespeare
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Availability: In Stock
Format: Book
Grade Level: 9 and Up (ages 14 and up)
ISBN: 0486297659
Page Count: 96
Dimensions: 5 3/16 x 8 1/4
A raving misanthrope is transformed into a model of wifely deportment — but not without a struggle. Fast-paced dialogue and earthy humor contribute to the enduring popularity of this tale of a 16th-century battle of the sexes. Convenient size and low price make this unabridged edition perfect for students.

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