Quote by Karl Kraus

Sentimental irony is a dog that bays at the moon while pissing on graves.

Sentimental irony is a dog that bays at the moon while pissi

Summary

This quote suggests that sentimental irony is a contradictory and somewhat hypocritical behavior. Like a dog howling at the moon while violating the sanctity of graves by urinating on them, sentimental irony involves simultaneously expressing affection or compassion while disregarding the seriousness or sensitivity of a situation. It criticizes the insincerity and superficiality of such irony, highlighting how it can be disingenuous or disrespectful towards the emotions and experiences of others.

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By Karl Kraus

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