
Guignol is the main character in a French puppet show which has come to bear his name. Although often thought of as children`s entertainment, Guignol`s sharp wit and linguistic verve have always been appreciated by adults as well, as shown by the motto of a prominent Lyon troupe: `Guignol amuses children… and witty adults`. Laurent Mourguet,...
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something intended to horrify people
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most prominent puppet character in France, where his name became synonymous with puppet theatre. The hand puppet was created by the puppeteer ... [2 related articles]
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