Shakespeare's Strong Women

'If I be waspish, best beware my sting'

Meet a dazzling array of bold, brainy, mischievous and sometimes downright wicked women in this witty, empowering guide to Shakespeare's fiercest female characters.From clever Rosalind to ruthless Lady Macbeth, via some lesser-known but equally captivating ladies, this irreverent guide explores the power, passion and most perceptive observations of Shakespeare's characters. These women are not just part of the plot; they're the driving force behind the action, cracking jokes, taking matters into their own hands and refusing to play by anyone's rules.Alongside behind-the-scenes tales of performances from the Royal Shakespeare Company's archive, you'll also find timeless quotes to deploy in everyday life, for example:,

∗When your alarm goes off on Monday morning: ‘Dreadful trumpet, sound the general doom',

∗When dealing with a traffic warden: ‘What wilt thou do, thou peevish officer?',

∗When a colleague forgets to unmute on a call: 'Alas, she has no speech'This is the ultimate gift for anyone wanting to add a dash of wit and wisdom to their lives the Shakespearean way.

About the author

The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) is a leading global theatre company that sparks local, national and international conversations that build connections, create opportunities and bring joy.

The RSC performs on three stages in its home in Stratford-upon-Avon, in London and in communities and schools across the country and around the world.