The Taming of the Shrew · Character
Nathaniel
A servant in Petruchio's household.
minor
Also known as Nathaniel Peter
First appearance: the taming of the shrew
Nathaniel shows up with force in Scene I. The page is where that presence becomes real.
One of the serving-men; he greets Grumio and reports that all is ready for Petruchio.
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Character groups
- Minor characters and disguises
- Bianca's suitors and family
- Petruchio's household servants
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