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Where the f*** do swear words come from?

Words Unravelled with RobWords and Jess Zafarris

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Exploring Obscenity and Profanity in Literature

This chapter explores the differences between obscenity and profanity, emphasizing that profanity consists of words while obscenity can include various forms of art. It examines key literary works such as 'Fanny Hill' and 'Lady Chatterley’s Lover,' detailing their impact on obscenity laws and the acceptance of explicit language in literature.

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