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In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

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In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 3 0 false Wed Feb 18 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Tue Feb 17 13:51:29 -0800 2009 Wed Feb 18 18:37:51 -0800 2009 1 21590338 669573 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 2 0 false Sun May 04 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Sun May 04 16:08:54 -0700 2008 Sun May 04 16:17:25 -0700 2008
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In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 3 0 false Thu Jun 25 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Sun May 31 21:39:01 -0700 2009 Sat Jun 27 16:40:54 -0700 2009 That said, this book is more appropriate for a bathroom or waiting room than for an easy chair... and by that I mean that one ought not to sit down and read it from cover to cover, but rather enjoy it in small bite-sized morsels.
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In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 5 0 false Tue Dec 30 11:01:27 -0800 2008 Wed Dec 31 08:10:47 -0800 2008 65873730 1868877 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 0 0 false Thu Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Sun Aug 02 10:19:06 -0700 2009 Sun Aug 02 10:19:06 -0700 2009 73991589 1687846 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 3 0 false Sat Oct 17 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Fri Oct 09 12:50:31 -0700 2009 Sun Oct 18 11:56:29 -0700 2009 53603398 2157232 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 2 0 false Wed Aug 19 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Wed Apr 22 10:41:15 -0700 2009 Wed Aug 19 12:57:51 -0700 2009 more...]]> 31662824 1480208 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 3 0 false Sun Aug 31 10:46:55 -0700 2008 Sun Aug 31 10:48:01 -0700 2008 56975610 925253 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 2 0 false Tue Aug 18 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Fri May 22 11:33:59 -0700 2009 Tue Aug 18 15:22:07 -0700 2009
It was interesting and often amusing, but I felt like Grothe included too much background and interstitial material.]]> 4903060 267300 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 4 0 false Tue Aug 21 17:37:08 -0700 2007 Thu Dec 17 06:22:48 -0800 2009 10310491 204824 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 4 0 false Sat Dec 01 00:00:00 -0800 2007 Wed Dec 12 04:59:56 -0800 2007 Mon Dec 17 13:31:50 -0800 2007 79122255 1572421 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 0 0 false Fri Nov 27 10:06:41 -0800 2009 Fri Nov 27 10:06:41 -0800 2009 78144649 1787249 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 5 0 false Tue Nov 17 18:32:45 -0800 2009 Tue Nov 17 18:32:45 -0800 2009 77314265 2584351 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 4 0 false Tue Nov 10 07:53:12 -0800 2009 Tue Nov 10 07:53:12 -0800 2009 76883526 2915233 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 0 0 false Thu Nov 05 21:13:15 -0800 2009 Thu Nov 05 21:14:12 -0800 2009 75559799 2847153 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 0 0 false Fri Oct 23 22:18:34 -0700 2009 Fri Oct 23 22:18:43 -0700 2009 74425590 1957145 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 0 0 false Tue Oct 13 14:03:08 -0700 2009 Tue Oct 13 14:03:08 -0700 2009 70277533 273278 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 0 0 false Sun Sep 06 14:53:09 -0700 2009 Sun Sep 06 14:53:09 -0700 2009 69807616 2695439 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 4 0 false Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 -0800 2008 Wed Sep 02 09:23:11 -0700 2009 Tue Sep 08 22:33:44 -0700 2009 69608333 2483522 329115 0060789484 9780060789480 11 http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1173798708m/329115.jpg http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/329115.Viva_la_Repartee_Clever_Comebacks_and_Witty_Retorts_from_History_s_Great_Wits_and_Wordsmiths 3.50 42
In Viva la Repartee, Dr. Mardy Grothe, author of Oxymoronica, has lovingly assembled a collection of masterfully composed--and perfectly timed--replies that have turned the tables on opponents and adversaries. This delightful volume is a celebration of the most impressive retorts, ripostes, rejoinders, comebacks, quips, ad-libs, bon mots, off-the-cuff comments, wisecracks, and other clever remarks ever to come out of the mouths--and from the pens--of people throughout history. Touching on all areas of human endeavor, including politics, the arts, literature, sports, relationships, and even the risque, the book features contributions from Oscar Wilde, Mark Twain, Dorothy Parker, Mae West, Groucho Marx, Winston Churchill, Dolly Parton, and scores more.

As entertaining as it is intellectually enriching, Viva la Repartee is sure to capture the attention of language lovers and is the perfect antidote for anyone who's ever thought I wish I'd said that!]]> 0 0 false Mon Aug 31 16:04:29 -0700 2009 Mon Aug 31 16:04:29 -0700 2009 8 http://www.goodreads.com/book_link/follow/8?book_id=329115