Viva la Repartee: Clever Comebacks and Witty Retorts from History's Great Wits and Wordsmiths
“Mardy Grothe’s exquisite collection of retorts, ripostes, and rebuffs celebrates language in its most clever, precise, and hilarious form.” (-- Richard Lederer, author of Anguished English)“If words could be weapons, this book is a collection of weapons of mass delectation.” (-- Anu Garg, author of Another Word A Day)“It’s a must for anyone who loves a quick word from a quick wit.” (-- Erin McKean, editor of Verbatim: The Language Quarterly)“A glittering display of comebacks and put-downs from the funniest people on earth.” (-- Robert Byrne, compiler of The 2,548 Best Things Anybody Ever Said)“Viva La Repartee is a spectacular feast of the most brilliant retorts and wittiest zingers ever delivered.” (-- Don Hauptman, author of Cruel and Unusual Puns and Acronymania)“A joyously fun compendium of wit and one-upmanship by the world’s great riposte artists....A brilliant stocking stuffer.” (Forbes FYI)“If you’ve ever delivered a razor-sharp riposte or rebuff...you’ll savor this collection.” (Hartford Courant)“Ever wish you could wow people with your wit? Viva la Repartee, by Mardy Grothe, tells you how. ” (Dallas Morning News)