Description
This scholarly work provides an in-depth analysis of the sexual and non-sexual innuendos present in William Shakespeare’s plays and sonnets. It begins with a comprehensive introductory essay that categorizes and exemplifies various forms of bawdy expressions and allusions used by Shakespeare. The main portion of the book consists of an alphabetical glossary detailing words and phrases employed in sexual or scatological contexts, complete with explanations and cross-references. This work is classified under literary criticism and linguistics, focusing on the analysis of language and themes within Shakespeare’s works. It is a non-Fiction text and is not considered a work of Fiction. Shakespeare’s Bawdy is regarded as a classic in Shakespearean scholarship, offering valuable insights into the playwright’s use of language and the cultural context of his time.
