Shakespeare’s Insults: Educating Your Wit

by Wayne F. Hill and Cynthia J. Ottchen

Format: Paperback

Condition: Good

308 pages

Pre-owned

Nobody delivers an insult quite like Shakespeare.

Gathering thousands of cutting remarks from thirty-eight plays, Shakespeare’s Insults celebrates the playwright’s inventive put-downs, verbal sparring and wonderfully elaborate name-calling.

Organized by play, with references and a topical index, this collection makes it easy to find the perfect expression of outrage, contempt or exasperation. A playful literary companion for Shakespeare enthusiasts, theatre lovers and anyone who appreciates a sharp turn of phrase.