Memorable Quotes from Leslie Lyles
2 quotesInterpreting Intentions in Complex Narratives
Hairwoman
Every word ] wrote, every comma, every paragraph break, these were done on purpose. It is our job to try and figure out what he's really trying to say.
[[Nathaniel Hawthorne|Hawthorne]
Melinda
Why couldn't he just say what he meant? Would they pin a scarlet letter on his chest? "S" for straightforward?
[voiceover]
Hairwoman
The house with the chunks of glass in its walls, is a symbol of what? Well, it would reflect, sparkle? Come on people, the house symbolizes...?
Rachel
How do you know that's what he meant to say? I mean, you could just make all that up, it's just a story.
Hairwoman
This is Hawthorne, one of America's greatest novelists. And not that it makes any difference but I wrote my dissertation on Hawthorne.
Rachel
Fine, but, I thought we were all supposed to have opinions here. I mean it's a good story especially when Hester and that guy fall in love. But I don't really believe in symbolism. I mean you can just make all that up.
Hairwoman
Alright class, I want you all to write a 500 word essay on symbolism. And then... turn it in!
[about to cry]
Melinda
Poor hairwoman. I hope they send her to a conference or something. I'm ready to help pay for a sub.
[voiceover]
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The Importance of Understanding Revolutionary Principles
Hairwoman
A revolutionary is only as good as his analysis. What does that mean?
Hairwoman
Melinda, better late than never. Why is a revolutionary only as good as his or her analysis?
Melinda
I think you should know what you stand for, not just what you're against. You should be able to show how things can be better.
Hairwoman
That's pretty darn good.
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