We delight in marvelous things. One proof of that is that…
““We delight in marvelous things. One proof of that is that everyone embellishes somewhat when telling a story in the assumption he is pleasing his listener.” —ARISTOTLE, Poetics, XXIV””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Notes that storytellers embellish to please listeners, revealing human delight in marvels.
In simple terms: Storytellers exaggerate to entertain.
Be aware of embellishment in communication.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- creative writing
- teaching
- media analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we enjoy embellished stories?
- How does embellishment affect credibility?
Exaggeration can mislead.