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So we began Shakespeare in class today. (imgur.com)

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[–]Wiseman618 1 point2 points ago

Cute cat... But I'm sorry you don't understand the genius of Shakespeare 

[–]syphonfilter989[S] -1 points0 points ago

I never said he wasn't a genius, and how do you know I don't realize his use of literary elements to grasp our very own human nature. I recognize his brilliance sir, as do I Leanardo, Galileo, Socrates, Einstein and many of the great minds this universe has produced. However that does not mean I can't be bored listening to the old English version of Romeo and Juliet read by an 80 year old women. I dont want to pick a fight; but just because i make fun of a literary genius, doesnt mean i dont have respect, wouldn't you agree?

[–]Binarydrone 2 points3 points ago

Shakespeare was written in Early Modern English, not Old English.

Keep studying.

Citation - Modern readers of English are generally able to understand texts written in the late phase of the Early Modern English period (e.g. the first edition of the King James Bible and the works of William Shakespeare)

[–]syphonfilter989[S] -2 points-1 points ago

So you nitpicked one section of my statement that was falsely skewed and felt the need to exploit it? I think everyone knows what I mean when I say old english

[–]Binarydrone 2 points3 points ago

Forgive me, but when you are talking about literature (especially literature that is as influential as Shakespeare) this is not a nitpick. Not by a long shot. Your mileage may vary, naturally, but (and again, forgive me) but your post came off a bit like something that Shlubb and Klump might have said.

Finally, I must respectfully take exception with the "I think everyone knows what I meant" sentiment. Words mean something and they are important.

[–]Steamironjacket 0 points1 point ago

I love Shakespeare, but I have to sympathize with your situation. Romeo and Juliet is decent (has some good lines, but the overall story is meh, though it's still a better love story than Twilight) and a boring teacher can make any subject boring. My heart goes out to you sir.

[–]Wiseman618 0 points1 point ago

Granted, in. He l it really does depend on how it's

[–]Wiseman618 0 points1 point ago

portrayed....

[–]merrickx 1 point2 points ago

Really? Shakespeare is what first sparked my interest in literature.

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