Bizarre Quote by Anthony Powell
““She could easily make matters more bizarre than embarrassing.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: A Dance to the Music of Time, 1951
Notes a character’s talent for turning simple embarrassment into absurdity.
In simple terms: Turning embarrassment into absurdity.
Use humor to defuse tension.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- public speaking
- conflict resolution
- creative writing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does absurdity help versus hurt?
- How can you gauge audience reaction?
Humor can backfire if misread.