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I agreed that the essay could use more examples. I understand that the examples might seem silly in 100 years (or even 10), but it would have benefited from th
by pchristensen 19y ago
I agreed that the essay could use more examples. I understand that the examples might seem silly in 100 years (or even 10), but it would have benefited from things like "In 2008, many parents told their kids X"
- r7000 19y agoIs that not implied? We can assume an author is writing about the present and recent past unless told otherwise told.
- pchristensen 19y agoIn the notes, he mentions concern for how the readers 100 years from now will view his essays.
- r7000 19y agoYes I saw that. But how does it follow that he has to point out "in the year 2008"? When not given a particular time period, I always assume an author's example is meant to refer to the present. (Maybe I am not understanding your point).
- pchristensen 19y agoI agree about the author's time being the default context. I just suggested the specifics because pg was so concerned about timelessness.