In His Own Words

Tag: French satire

  • Gargantua and Pantagruel

    Gargantua and Pantagruel

    Review: A gargantuan undertaking of Rabelaisian wit! First two books out of five were superb. Next one, not bad. Last two, worse than the last two seasons of MASH. It’s bawdy, gross in parts, but it’s also an extraordinary tour de force. Quotable often, hilarious frequently, and a good insight into the real motivations of… Read more