The well-aimed insult was never in better shape than when Shakespeare mastered the art of defining dramatic conflict with rapier wit rather than swordplay. This collection of some of the most cutting jeers and outrageous affronts ever spoken is more than a resource for just those moments that you do not want to slip by without comment. It is a joyful opportunity to become immersed in Shakespeare's world of words, when the pun was king and there existed layers upon layers of meaning in a single world. Modern translations and ...
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The well-aimed insult was never in better shape than when Shakespeare mastered the art of defining dramatic conflict with rapier wit rather than swordplay. This collection of some of the most cutting jeers and outrageous affronts ever spoken is more than a resource for just those moments that you do not want to slip by without comment. It is a joyful opportunity to become immersed in Shakespeare's world of words, when the pun was king and there existed layers upon layers of meaning in a single world. Modern translations and explanatory notes are provided. Organized by subject, the insults can be found under the headings: the good, the bad, the ugly, the boring, the large, the small, the stupid, the many, the cowardly, the poorly dressed, and the married. Includes sections on curses and ways to say "go away". For all ages!
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