Satire and Illusion – Michael Henry Flanders

„The purpose of satire has been rightly stated as to strip off the veneer of comforting illusion and cosy half truth, and our job, as I see it, is to put it back again!“

Michael Henry FlandersMichael Henry Flanders on satire's dual role: unveiling illusions and yet also restoring them.
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Michael Henry Flanders was an English actor, broadcaster, author, and performer of comic songs.

Satire unveils illusions, yet sometimes it is also about restoring them.


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Michael Henry Flanders OBE was a versatile English actor, broadcaster, author, and performer best known for his stage duo with Donald Swann. As a young man, he appeared to have a promising acting career ahead of him. His artistic work reached a wide audience, especially through his musical performances.

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