Juxtaposition Quote by Susan Sontag
“The taste for quotations (and for the juxtaposition of incongruous quotations) is a Surrealist taste.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Notes on 'Camp', 1964
Surrealist taste enjoys pairing unexpected quotations, creating striking contrasts.
In simple terms: Surrealists love odd quote pairings.
Experiment with juxtaposing disparate ideas.
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When to use this quote
- writing
- teaching
- curation
- social media
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What unexpected quote could you combine for effect?
- When does contrast become confusing?
Such pairings can seem forced or obscure meaning.