Arise Quote by Sarah Fielding
“There is yet another kind of matrimonial dialect (which naturally succeeds this of talking at each other), which may very properlybe styled The Language Contradictory… In the former, however plain the object of satire may be exhibited to the whole company, yet there always remains some little covering… But in this last method, the defiance becomes more open and the impetuosity with which these contradictions are uttered (although the subjects of them are often of the most indifferent nature) evidently prove that they arise from passion.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The History of Emily Montague, 1769
Satire can be delivered directly or through exaggerated contradictions, revealing underlying passions and social tensions.
In simple terms: Satire uses contrast to expose truth.
Key Takeaway
Use humor to reveal hidden motives.
Themes
satire
social critique
communication
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political discourse
- literary analysis
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
rhetoric
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- When does satire become harmful?
- How can we balance critique with empathy?
A Different Perspective
Direct satire may alienate audiences.
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