Kerrigan ByrneStill pleasant as a cornered hedgehog, and as well mannered as a badger, I see.
About This Quote
William Shakespeare is known for his sharp wit and humor, so it’s no surprise that he once said , “Still pleasant as a cornered hedgehog, and as well mannered as a badger, I see.” The word “mannered” is a reference to badger. Badgers have a reputation for being prickly, arrogant, and rude.
Source: The Scot Beds His Wife
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