The Taming of the Shrew · Character
Pedant
A schoolmaster from Mantua who is tricked into impersonating Vincentio.
minor
Also known as Pedant Ay, the Pedant
First appearance: the taming of the shrew
Pedant shows up with force in Scene IV. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Dressed as Vincentio, he plays the role of Lucentio's father to secure the marriage agreement.
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- Bianca's suitors and family
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