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What does it mean?
Gould uses a dark metaphor expressing frustration with reviewers he dislikes. He places them in a symbolic hell between betrayal figures.
In plain terms
He puts hated reviewers in hell between two betrayers from the Bible.
What can you take from it?
Use sharp wit to express strong disapproval of critics.

Where it applies

  • literary criticism
  • personal disputes
  • social commentary

Putting it to work

  • respond to bad reviews
  • use satire
  • express frustration

Questions to consider

  • How do you handle negative reviews?
  • Is satire appropriate for criticism?

Another view

Dark humor may alienate neutral observers and escalate conflicts.

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