Cunt Quote by John Wilmot
““Bawdy in thoughts, precise in words, Ill-natured though a whore, Her belly is a bag of turds, And her cunt a common shore.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The 1685, The Rape of the Lock (attributed), 1685
A vulgar, graphic description of a woman's body and character, using crude humor and sexual imagery to shock and provoke.
In simple terms: Crude satire about a woman's body and character.
Key Takeaway
Recognize satire's intent to challenge norms.
Themes
satire
sexuality
body image
humor
provocation
Mood
irritated
provocative
critical
Type
literary
satirical
historical
When to use this quote
- literary analysis
- discussions of historical attitudes toward women
- studying satire in poetry
Key Concepts
grotesque imagery
social critique
gender commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this satire reveal about 17th‑century attitudes toward women?
- How might modern readers interpret its shock value?
A Different Perspective
The language may be offensive and reinforce harmful stereotypes.
