Want Write Quote by C.S. Lewis
““No. We want you to write it down—to camouflage it. Only for the present, of course. Once the thing gets going we shan’t have to bother about the great heart of the British public. We’ll make the great heart what we want it to be. But in the meantime, it does make a difference how things are put.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Screwtape Letters, 1942
The narrator suggests disguising true intentions to manipulate public sentiment, emphasizing the power of presentation over substance.
In simple terms: Manipulation through presentation.
Key Takeaway
Beware of how ideas are framed.
Themes
politics
media
manipulation
communication
ethics
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
political
reflective
When to use this quote
- campaign speeches
- advertising
- news reporting
- social media posts
- public debates
Key Concepts
propaganda
framing effect
public opinion shaping
Questions to Reflect On
- What ethical lines are crossed when shaping narratives?
- How can audiences discern genuine intent?
A Different Perspective
Such tactics can erode trust and authenticity.
