Satire

Max Eastman, a theorist of humor has observed, “a culture without satire is a culture without

self-criticism and thus, ultimately, without humanity.” 

1.  NOTE: Be sure to have two book reviews posted on GOODREADS by the end of tomorrow and a link for your reviews provided on the form which you are to complete (blog post 11/27).

2.  SATIRE -- "Lost in the Kitchen"    Read the text quietly and closely on your own. THEN, with a partner, give it a second reading and annotate the text.  Discuss with your partner the satirical elements which may be found in this essay.  I am going to ask partners to share their insights with the class (EXTRA CREDIT).

3.  REMINDER : Article of the Week #11 due tomorrow