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Wordplay Wonders

Grace Morgan

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Wordplay Wonders explores the captivating world of puns, jokes, and linguistic humor, revealing the art and science behind crafting clever language. This comprehensive reference delves into how wordplay, including semantic ambiguity and phonetic similarity, has been used throughout history as entertainment and social commentary. For example, Shakespearean jesters used puns to comment on political affairs, illustrating wordplay's power beyond mere amusement. The book uniquely combines linguistic analysis with cultural and psychological insights, guiding readers from core concepts to diverse applications in literature, advertising, and daily conversation. It progresses through chapters examining techniques like syntactic manipulation and their cognitive impact, highlighting how understanding wordplay enhances communication skills and appreciation for language's playful side.
Disponível desde: 29/03/2025.
Comprimento de impressão: 65 páginas.

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