 sylvia's syndrome 2007-10-02 . chapter 1Satire is difficult and so is the subject of abortion. I think you've done a good job with handling both. Your satrie was just as outrageous as Swift's originial. It may have been unpleasant to write but it has the potential to really make people think, and that is the purpose of satire. Congrats on handling this so well. Not many people could have done it.
But I'd like to comment on your author's note at the end-- declaring that you don't allow flames can often encourage them, so you may want to watch out for that. And if you really don't care about what other people say, why declare and defend your political views? Just write your satire. People will think what they think regardless, and trumpeting your beliefs like that makes you look a little immature, insecure, and perhaps even a bit paranoid. If someone doesn't understand the satire or the message, let them look like a fool. Don't give that role to yourself!
Once again, nice work overall. I'm willing to be you will (or did) get a good grade in your humanities class for this. Keep writing! |
 Brimo 2007-10-02 . chapter 1that was a little disturbing, but I think you made a point. I've read the other "A Modest Proposal" in English once, but i can't remember it...Anyway, great job, I'm also pro-life:) |