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People are discussing in hushed tones of mangoes at parties? The world sure has changed. Yes, this is a comment about what I call the New-Yorker tired long-fo
by pierrebai 5y ago
People are discussing in hushed tones of mangoes at parties?
The world sure has changed.
Yes, this is a comment about what I call the New-Yorker tired long-form style of writing. Hype, hyperbole, weird mix of personal anecdotes, facts and always with a heavy syrup of cold-war-era like of under-cover midnight-meeting, world-weary, globe-trotting investigation.
- IfOnlyYouKnew 5y agoThe main appeal of the article is that it uses the language you criticize, but applies it to a whimsical subject. It’s somewhat humorous and self-deprecating. Your comment is similarly rich in adjectives, but lacking in all other regards.
- dotcommand 5y agoAre you paid to defend articles/journalists here from criticism all day? This is the second time you've attacked a HN member for legitimately criticizing an article. People are entitled to their opinions. Why are you attacking them for it?
- IfOnlyYouKnew 5y agoYes. A lot.