The History of Shakespearean Insults

by Lindsay Shapka in ,


If you love Shakespeare, then you may know that April 23 is both his birthday and death day — the perfect day to celebrate and remember his legacy. (This is an especially special day for bookworms, as it is also World Book Day.)

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What is the Ides of March, and Why Should I Beware of It?

by Lindsay Shapka in , ,


Before we get to the "beware" part, let's start with the basics.

The Ideas of March, or Idus Martiae in Latin, is the day in the Roman calendar that corresponds with March 15.

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