"It is interesting to think that Nancy Mairs manipulates language herself in order to communicate her idea that dressing up language distracts the reader or listener from the truth. For that matter, it remains important to always read for a deeper understanding of an author's true intentions. In this way, language reveals itself to be a powerful tool in influencing the innocent and vulnerable minds of the youth (who are not taking AP English, at least.) Having read Mairs' piece, AP Englishers will "swagger" their way to freedom of language. This is ironic because, in reality, AP students lack the swagger gene. But that's okay because that is evolution. Manipulating language, I have tricked you that: I am intelligent. When in reality, I end my essays with swagger, evolution, first person, and misplaced colons."
I thought it was funny at the time. Oh, the effects of sleep deprivation on a poor "AP Englisher's" mind.
I actually enjoyed Nancy Mairs piece, though. Language is a fascinating tool. By manipulating itself, it can manipulate people. One must always read with caution, for the truth lies between the lines. Oh boy, did I just unknowingly create a paradox? The truth lies...
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