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“Yes, my dear young gentleman, how could people like us who are brought up on the culture of the tube and the internet understand delicate and subtle matters like the styles and ways of coquetry? But young sir, I meant that we really needed to develop some sense, some understanding about our…” quote by Shamsur Rahman Faruqi
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““Yes, my dear young gentleman, how could people like us who are brought up on the culture of the tube and the internet understand delicate and subtle matters like the styles and ways of coquetry? But young sir, I meant that we really needed to develop some sense, some understanding about our kukaram, our evil deeds …””

Shamsur Rahman Faruqi

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Source Essay: Literary Criticism, 1998

Modern digital culture hampers subtle social arts like courtship; deeper understanding is needed.

In simple terms: Digital age dulls subtle social skills.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate nuanced social awareness.

Themes

culture technology social interaction

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

philosophical social

When to use this quote

  • online dating
  • social media use
  • interpersonal communication

Key Concepts

media studies sociology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does internet culture affect your relationships?
  • What can you do to develop deeper social insight?
A Different Perspective

Technology can also foster new forms of connection.

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