In Henry Fielding's 'Jonathan Wild', the author writes a mock picaresque biography of a real-life historical criminal. What specific quality does the narrator satirically praise in Wild to critique contemporary politicians?
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Correct answer: His absolute 'Greatness,' measured by his ruthless skill at exploiting others
Fielding uses 'Jonathan Wild' as an ironic satire, constantly praising Wild's ruthless criminal organization as an example of absolute 'Greatness.' By drawing a parallel between a cold-blooded gang leader and prominent political figures like Prime Minister Robert Walpole, Fielding demonstrates how society corrupts language by valuing power and ambition over genuine human 'Goodness.'
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