Re: Yes, Billy strikes again!
Posted by Matt Himmel on February 25, 2000 In Reply to: Re: Yes, Billy strikes again!
posted by ESC on February 25, 2000
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: : : Pardon me for stepping in here...but I'd think Shakespeare
might have an eloquent phrase or two of interest in my quest (see
my post below).
: : : Does anyone have any humorous (or just good) phrases for
those forays that young men take to prove their worth? I'm interested
in phrases, slang terms, or coulourful descriptions about men proving
or establishing themselves. Early battles and quests. Marking out
turf.
: : : Thank you.
: : Am I the only one who thinks Shakespear is a stupid, no talant
bum, and shouldn't be read or respected by anyone? Who's with me!!
: At my high school (in the U.S.), we had to sit for hours and
take turns reading Shakespeare's plays. That almost ruined it for
me. His work has to be seen on stage to be really appreciated.
You know, you are so right. In my high school, when I was there
in the late 80's, in English class, we were assigned to read the
plays for homework, were quizzed on them, analyzed them, ect, and
it really lost a lot of dignity in that. Great plays are meant to
be enjoyed, not studied. It was not until university when I saw
"Twelfth Night" performed that I truly started appreciating his
work. I believe it will be the same for you, Louis! Get out and
watch a play, and see if your mind isn't changed.
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