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

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[@ManehBalumyan]

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!

[@drwhitneykosters]

Thanks for sharing!

[@christopherbrooks9465]

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

[@wainthepain3650]

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

[@cassiopiea8438]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

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

[@danyaslife96]

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.

[@drwhitneykosters]

Thanks for sharing!

[@erinarnold9974]

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

[@graceb07]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

So glad this helped!

[@selenalopez2410]

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.

[@drwhitneykosters]

Thanks for sharing!

[@89zarles]

Thank you! This broke it down very well.

[@drwhitneykosters]

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[@user-gq7vx8pe5t]

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]

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

[@ckillinger]

This is my favorite written piece of work. I remember the first time I read it in college. That was 12 years ago and I randomly think about it since then. Especially when people ask about my favorite book and I respond with this piece. “He proposes to eat babies because Ireland is impoverished. It’s genius” 👀 I then explain the gist but it’s not the point. I go into the satire, history, and reason but they’re still lost at my admiration of the idea of eating babies. Excellent analysis. Thank you!!

[@drwhitneykosters]

Yeah, isn’t it great that it sets up that dynamic?? And the totally crazy thing is that it actually perversely makes sense!! And you have to reign yourself in and think, man! Swift is good! What does it say about me that I see the logic behind this?! Haha.

[@margaritaconley8044]

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]

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]

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!

[@drwhitneykosters]

Thanks for sharing!

[@siaschandelier]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

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!

[@zoeresto2775]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

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

[@shlock1558]

thanks for adding subtitles!

[@drwhitneykosters]

Of course! Thanks for watching!

[@victoriakovac-hidalgo8244]

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]

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

[@tej1130]

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.

[@drwhitneykosters]

Thanks for sharing!

[@beatricesavoia3070]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

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

[@joshuaosamor126]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

I’m so glad to hear that!

[@user-kt6lk7ho1l]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

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

[@allister8051]

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

[@allister8051]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

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

[@2718aj]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

Thanks for sharing!

[@luffydknight5800]

thanks

[@drwhitneykosters]

Hope it helped!

[@mruanegonzales]

Very clear! Thank you

[@drwhitneykosters]

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

[@fia_ruka]

thank you

[@drwhitneykosters]

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[@porteredwards]

Great video!!

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