09-11-2022, 06:56 AM
(09-10-2022, 09:09 PM)MonsGraupius Wrote:Quote:Those who were chained to the spot by the weakness of their sex, or the infirmity of age, or the attractions of the place, were cut off by the enemy
The phrase "cut off", means that they were left with no escape, which is something that only happens if they are totally surrounded, or if there is a barrier like the Thames where the few crossings are blocked.
As I have explained, 'cut off' is a mistranslation.
Michael King Macdona
And do as adversaries do in law, -
Strive mightily, but eat and drink as friends.
(The Taming of the Shrew: Act 1, Scene 2)
And do as adversaries do in law, -
Strive mightily, but eat and drink as friends.
(The Taming of the Shrew: Act 1, Scene 2)
