Dangerous Crooked Scoundrels
- 228 pages
- 8 hours of reading
History of insults aimed at United States presidents, from George Washington to Donald Trump.
Edwin L. Battistella explores language and writing, examining how people communicate and how language can be shaped and improved. His work delves deeply into linguistic theory and the practical application of language in everyday life. He investigates why certain words and expressions are considered better than others, and how public apologies function in contemporary culture. His writing is accessible and insightful, blending academic rigor with a keen understanding of how language shapes our perception of the world.


History of insults aimed at United States presidents, from George Washington to Donald Trump.
In Sorry About That, Edwin Battistella analyzes the public apologies of presidents, politicians, entertainers, and businessmen, situating the apology within American popular culture.