Quote by Harold Pinter

One way of looking at speech is to say it is a constant stratagem to cover nakedness.

One way of looking at speech is to say it is a constant stra

Summary

This quote suggests that speech is a strategy or technique utilized by individuals to hide their vulnerabilities or insecurities. It implies that humans use communication as a means to avoid exposing their true selves and to create a facade or mask to protect their innermost thoughts and feelings. Speech becomes a tool for concealing one's nakedness or raw emotions, allowing individuals to maintain a sense of control and safeguard their weaknesses from being unveiled.

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Speeches (oratory)

By Harold Pinter

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