Eating Babies: English Prof Explains Satire & Does Rhetorical Analysis on Swift’s A Modest Proposal

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  • Опубликовано: 16 окт 2024

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  • @drwhitneykosters
    @drwhitneykosters  7 месяцев назад

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  • @cassiopiea8438
    @cassiopiea8438 Год назад +21

    Thank you so much for this video, it has really helped me get in the right mindset to write my essay!

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  Год назад +2

      Awesome! I'm so glad to hear that! Good luck on it!

  • @JosephineRivera-y1i
    @JosephineRivera-y1i 9 месяцев назад +3

    Preparing to read this with my students, but I haven't done a deep dive since college! Thank you for helping me save time.

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  9 месяцев назад

      Oh, I’m so happy that it helped! You need all the time you can get when you’re teaching! Thanks for watching.

  • @danyaslife96
    @danyaslife96 10 месяцев назад +5

    This proposal is very interesting yet does a great job describing the overall problem in society. It does a great job drawing attention to the problem through satire and exaggeration. The exaggeration makes the wrote interesting to read as it lures in the reader. This lecture helps develop a strong literary analysis as it specifically highlights the points to mention and the meaning and usage of devices.

  • @christopherbrooks9465
    @christopherbrooks9465 4 месяца назад +2

    Thank you for helping me understand satire and rhetorical analysis, I struggled with rhetorical analysis so I had to watch this video again.

  • @selenalopez2410
    @selenalopez2410 10 месяцев назад +9

    Your breakdown of Swift's ironic use of logic and economic principles was particularly insightful. The way you highlighted the absurdity of proposing cannibalism as a solution to poverty. I was particularly impressed by your analysis of Swift's rhetorical strategies. From his use of persuasive language and emotional appeals to his carefully constructed arguments.

  • @graceb07
    @graceb07 Год назад +7

    Thank you! I have a rhetorical analysis essay due this upcoming Friday on this text. This is very helpful.

  • @erinarnold9974
    @erinarnold9974 4 месяца назад +1

    the analysis given in this video was very helpful. thanks Dr. Kosters.

  • @ManehBalumyan
    @ManehBalumyan Месяц назад +1

    I believe that satire pieces are the most complex and interesting to analyze. It is fascinating how, after the break down of the writing in this lecture, you are then able to capture the full picture of a writing piece. The explanation given on the rhetoric and emotional aspect that was explained during this lecture helped me realize his true intentions and satire instead of being literal. Thank you!

  • @89zarles
    @89zarles 2 месяца назад +2

    Thank you! This broke it down very well.

  • @wainthepain3650
    @wainthepain3650 5 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you very much for helping me understand "A Modest Proposal" (by Mr. Swift)

  • @shlock1558
    @shlock1558 Месяц назад

    thanks for adding subtitles!

  • @margaritaconley8044
    @margaritaconley8044 8 месяцев назад +1

    I love how you explained the entire reading into something I could actually understand. I already have a difficult time understanding literature and I had a really difficult time trying to read through the "eating of infants" especially since I have two adorable infant grandbabies. I understand it's satirical, but still 😥Anyhow, thank you for sharing this video. I was able to find a little focus to write my essay. Please continue to post your videos!!

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  8 месяцев назад

      Thank you for sharing this! I’m so glad this helped clarify the essay and helped make it very clear that Swift is not serious! Haha. I so appreciate you watching. I’ve got a lot more videos soon to come!

  • @ilikelettuce.258
    @ilikelettuce.258 5 месяцев назад +1

    I liked your analysis of "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift. You effectively noted Swift’s ironic application of logical and economic principles, especially the shocking proposition of cannibalism to solve poverty. I would like to note how you outlined Swift’s use of persuasive language, emotional appeals, and well-crafted arguments, underscoring his critique of social policies. Thank you for sharing your insight!

  • @zoeresto2775
    @zoeresto2775 Год назад +4

    awesome analysis! really helped me with an analytical paper on the Modest proposal!!

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  Год назад

      So glad to hear that!! I do have more lecture on rhetorical analyses if you ever need help, again, Zoe! Thanks for sharing!

  • @siaschandelier
    @siaschandelier Год назад +5

    Thank you so much! I had to write an essay and this video really helped me.

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  Год назад +1

      I am so glad it helped! I’ve got lots of other videos on other texts, as well, if you ever need more help in the future!

  • @victoriakovac-hidalgo8244
    @victoriakovac-hidalgo8244 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for helping me understand "A Modest Proposal" (by Mr. Swift)! Also, I am so happy that this seems to be a Comment Section with actual grammar!

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  5 месяцев назад +1

      You are welcome! I’m so glad it helped! And, yes, we love proper grammar! Haha

  • @tej1130
    @tej1130 8 месяцев назад +1

    The breakdown of how he uses rhetoric was something I would’ve looked over while reading the literature. This piece had a satirical undertone due to it speaking about “eating babies”. So, I would assume pathos would be used a lot, which it was. Appealing to logos in the text was shocking and very interesting as well.

  • @EniolaIrinoye
    @EniolaIrinoye 11 месяцев назад +2

    This is amazing ☺, really helpful. Please do one on Dred Scott's decision

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  11 месяцев назад +1

      So glad it helped! I have a lot of other lectures available for future help!

  • @allister8051
    @allister8051 Год назад +5

    Wonderful video when you forgot that you had homework, now I can participate in class discussion without sounding like an idiot.

    • @allister8051
      @allister8051 Год назад

      I'll of course do it when I get home, since it prepares me for further literary analysis.

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  Год назад

      So glad this was helpful! I get it. We all forget sometimes!

  • @beatricesavoia3070
    @beatricesavoia3070 Год назад +2

    thank you!! your video has been really helpful to me. your analysis is concise but also complete

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  Год назад

      You are welcome, Beatrice! I’m so glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

  • @porteredwards
    @porteredwards 5 месяцев назад

    Great video!!

  • @mruanegonzales
    @mruanegonzales Год назад +3

    Very clear! Thank you

    • @drwhitneykosters
      @drwhitneykosters  Год назад

      So glad it helped! I have a lot of other lectures available if you ever need more help with literature or rhetoric.

  • @joshuaosamor126
    @joshuaosamor126 Год назад +4

    This was very helpful a and the analysis really helped me.

  • @fia_ruka
    @fia_ruka 11 месяцев назад +3

    thank you

  • @2718aj
    @2718aj 8 месяцев назад +1

    The break down of these reading is very interesting as swift is talking a very controversial topic. It funny analysis it after reading it with a serious tone although you know it’s satire. Over al very interesting

  • @luffydknight5800
    @luffydknight5800 8 месяцев назад +2

    thanks