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

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[@JosephineRivera-y1i]

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]

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[@cassiopiea8438]

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

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[@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.

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[@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.

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[@ElkhalouiGhita]

i really appreciate your efforts miss, i enjoyed this analysis thank you so much .

[@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!

[@SMoon87]

This was an insightful video! I appreciated how you broke down the key concepts clearly and engagingly. Your examples made "A modest proposal" easy to understand, Thank you

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[@christopherbrooks9465]

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

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[@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!

[@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!

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[@erinarnold9974]

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

[@89zarles]

Thank you! This broke it down very well.

[@drwhitneykosters]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@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!

[@Liorwain]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

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[@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]

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[@shlock1558]

thanks for adding subtitles!

[@drwhitneykosters]

Of course! Thanks for watching!

[@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!

[@porteredwards]

Great video!!

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[@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!

[@EniolaIrinoye]

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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@joshuaosamor126]

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

[@drwhitneykosters]

I’m so glad to hear that!

[@Motherfluffer-m4h]

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!

[@davidholland1095]

His proposal is very odd, but he does a good job of arguing for it. I can't respect the goal, but I respect how good of a job he does. The does a good job by making the problem seem big, and schemingly provides that corrupt solution.

[@luffydknight5800]

thanks

[@drwhitneykosters]

Hope it helped!

[@fia_ruka]

thank you

[@drwhitneykosters]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@RyanMoses-nx5ds]

I know it's supposed to be satire, but am I the only one who thinks that it's a good idea?

[@drwhitneykosters]

Haha, that’s what makes Swift so good.

[@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]

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