Knížka je rozdělená do 13 oddílů a obsahuje bonmoty a sarkasmy o národech, mezilidských vztazích, náboženství, politice, povolání, umění, sportu i sexu a nakonec vybranou řadu jedovatých výroků na adresu známých osobností.
Maria Leach Knihy
Výbor citátů, aforismů význačných státníků, umělců, politiků z celého světa a všech dob. Návody pro pádné odpovědi a poučení pro slovní odvety pro nejrůznější příležitosti
The Wicked Wit of Oscar Wilde Centenary Edition
- 153 stránok
- 6 hodin čítania
Oscar Wilde’s needle-sharp rejoinders are often repeated with delight. However, his jibes were rarely cruel, and displayed a profound understanding of the human character and its vanities. This collection includes such notable quotes as: "Work is the curse of the drinking classes" and "We are all in the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars." With a timeline of his life and quotations divided by themes, this book demonstrates why people are still drawn to Wilde’s wicked brilliance.
The Wicked Wit of Oscar Wilde (16pt Large Print Edition)
- 202 stránok
- 8 hodin čítania
This collection showcases the wit and sharp commentary of a master wordsmith, renowned for his clever insults and insightful observations. Oscar Wilde's acerbic quips reveal a deep understanding of human nature and its follies, making his remarks both entertaining and thought-provoking. Unlike many, his jests are not cruel but rather highlight the intricacies of character and vanity, positioning him alongside Shakespeare as one of the most quoted playwrights in literary history.
