The Play's the Thing
How to Become a Word-Coining Genius
Nov 10, 2023
Renowned playwright William Shakespeare, known for inventing over 1,700 words, explores his education and word creation techniques. The podcast delves into Shakespeare's influence on the English language, his creativity through ancient classics, and interactive word coining exercises. Additionally, the hosts introduce writing exercises inspired by Shakespeare's iambic pentameter and highlight sponsors Warby Parker and By Heart.
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- Shakespeare's education emphasized imitation, logic, and creativity, laying the foundation for his word inventions.
- The linguistic freedom in Shakespeare's era allowed for the creation of new words, enriching the English language.
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Shakespeare's Education and Word-Coining Genius
Shakespeare's education in Renaissance England focused on imitating masters like Aristotle, utilizing logic, and promoting creativity in linguistic forms. Sister Maryam Joseph highlights these aspects as foundational to Shakespeare's language richness and vitality, along with his innate genius.
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