Cackled Quote by William Sansom
““Tall, black-haired, rouged, Kaiser-moustached, he cackled and screamed in weird attitudes, giggling in high soprano, hiding his little black teeth behind an exquisitely gloved hand - the 'poseur' absolute. He was said to have slept with Sarah Bernhard and vomited for a week afterwards.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: "The Poseur" by William Sansom, 1935
A grotesque, flamboyant character is portrayed as a ridiculous, self‑indulgent figure, highlighting absurdity and excess.
In simple terms: A ridiculous, over‑the‑top character shows absurdity.
Key Takeaway
Beware vanity and excess.
Themes
satire
absurdity
vanity
Mood
ironic
critical
Type
satirical
humorous
When to use this quote
- literary analysis
- humor
- cultural commentary
Key Concepts
social critique
character study
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this caricature reveal about society?
- How does excess undermine authenticity?
A Different Perspective
Might be offensive if taken literally.
