Quote by Voltaire

Satire lies about literary men while they live and eulogy lies about them when they die.

Satire lies about literary men while they live and eulogy li

Summary

This quote suggests that both satire and eulogy deceive or misrepresent literary individuals, but at different stages of their lives. Satire is a form of literature that often uses humorous or critical elements to mock or expose the flaws or vices of its subjects while they are still alive. On the other hand, eulogies are speeches or pieces of writing that typically present a highly positive and idealized image of a person after their death. So, the quote implies that satire targets literary figures during their lifetime, while eulogies distort the truth about them once they have passed away.

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By Voltaire

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