Civilized Quote by George Meredith
“Comedy is a game played to throw reflections upon social life, and it deals with human nature in the drawing-room of civilized men and women, where we have no dust of the struggling outer world, no mire, no violent crashes, to make the correctness of the representation convincing.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Egoist, George Meredith, 1879
Comedy reflects society by exposing human nature in a refined, detached setting, avoiding chaotic reality.
In simple terms: Comedy mirrors refined society.
Key Takeaway
Use humor to critique social norms.
Themes
society
humor
reflection
Mood
witty
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- theatre performances
- satirical writing
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
literary criticism
social commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of society can comedy reveal effectively?
- When does satire become mere entertainment?
A Different Perspective
Humor may oversimplify complex issues.
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