What are some examples of wordplay (puns) in The Shakespeare Stealer?

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Posted by aloe on December 14, 2009 at 11:59 AM and tagged with puns, the shakespeare stealer, themes

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Initially, Widge does not understand the wordplay rallied between the players which exemplifies the wit of the Elizabethan age. Gradually though, as he becomes part of the company, Widge is...

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