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Shakespeare may be celebrated for his timeless tragedies and romantic sonnets, but he was also a master of mischief. <br/><br/><i>The Little Book of Rude Shakespeare</i> proves that Elizabethan wit could be as saucy and scandalous as anything today. From outrageous wordplay to lines that still raise eyebrows, it gathers the best of the Bard's sharp-tongued insults, risque quips and salacious double entendres. Sprinkled with surprising facts about Elizabethan life and Shakespeare's world, it's a witty reminder that the man who penned some of the most sublime lines in the English language was never above a bawdy joke. <br/><br/>Perfect for gifting or keeping at hand for your next verbal duel, this book is proof that Shakespeare's humour remains as wicked - and as funny - as ever.<br/><br/><b>Sample content:</b><br/><br/>"I am one that comes to tell you your daughter and the Moor are now making the beast with two backs." <br/><i>Othello</i>, Act 1, Scene 1<br/><br/>"Thou art a boil, a plague sore, an embossed carbuncle in my corrupted blood." <br/><i>King Lear</i>, Act 2, Scene 4<br/><br/>"Thou art as fat as butter." <br/><i>Henry IV,</i> Part 1, Act 2, Scene 4

Since its formation in the 80s, Studio Ghibli films have enchanted audiences with whimsical worlds, unforgettable characters and timeless stories. This little book guides you through all things Ghibli, packed full of fascinating facts, behind-the-scenes insights and revealing trivia across the studio's legendary films.<br/><br/>From classics like <i>Spirited Away</i> and <i>My Neighbour Totoro</i> to recent masterpieces such as <i>The Boy and the Heron</i>, this little book celebrates the studio's most iconic creatures, famous scenes and distinguished directors.<br/><br/>Whether you're a lifelong fan or just joining the magical world of Ghibli, <i>The Little Guide to Ghibli</i> is the perfect introduction to the iconic studio that has given us 40 years of film perfection.<br/><br/><i>Sample content to follow</i>.

Knock, knock!<br/>Who's there?<br/>Chris.<br/>Chris who?<br/>Christmas.<br/><br/>Don't worry, the jokes get better than that, though not much more, admittingly. Welcome to Cracking Christmas Jokes!<br/>This tiny tome is full of Christmas spirit, and celebrates the most wonderful time of the year with an endless stream of yuletide cheer. It's stuffed to bursting with cracker jokes as timeless as Santa himself - and they feel just as old, too. From classic cracker gags to, well, even more classic cracker gags (too many, if we're honest), this compact celebration of Christmas is as Christmassy as a trip to the tip on Boxing Day - and almost as fun.<br/><i>The Little Book of Cracking Christmas Jokes</i> is all you and your family need this festive season to diffuse fraught family tensions (after fighting over the last roast potato), and fill the awkward silence after Mum's caught cheating at Monopoly. For the third time. Enjoy!<br/><br/><b>SAMPLE CONTENT</b><br/><br/>What did the football announcer get as a gift from Santa Claus?<br/><i>COOOOOOOAAAALLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!</i><br/><br/>What does Santa tell his elves after he's delivered all the presents?<br/><i>"And that's a wrap!"</i><br/><br/>What's Santa's favourite drink at Christmas dinner?<br/><i>H2O, H2O, H2O!</i>