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Definition of Irony
Irony is a literary device or event in which how things seem to be is in fact very different from how they actually are. If this seems like a loose definition... read full definition
Irony is a literary device or event in which how things seem to be is in fact very different from how they actually are. If this... read full definition
Irony is a literary device or event in which how things seem to be is in fact very different from how... read full definition
Key Examples in Bernice Bobs Her Hair
Part 4
Explanation and Analysis—Society Vampire:
Bernice's statement to Charley about wanting to be a “social vampire” at the bridge party isn’t necessarily what it seems. Through this quip, Fitzgerald explores the contrast between Bernice's declarations and her real intentions:
"I want to be a society vampire, you see," she announced coolly, and went on to inform him that bobbed hair was the necessary prelude.
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Part 5
Explanation and Analysis—Marjorie's Mighty Glad:
One might expect Marjorie to show jealousy or anger when she hears that Bernice has captured Warren’s attention, as he was previously only interested in her. However, in a situationally ironic gesture, she laughs and claims she is pleased that Warren has found someone who appreciates him:
Unlock with LitCharts A+Marjorie on being twitted only laughed. She said she was mighty glad that Warren had at last found some one who appreciated him.
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