His face was stern, and much flushed. If he were really…
““His face was stern, and much flushed. If he were really not in the habit of drinking rather more than was exactly good for him, he might have brought action against his countenance for libel, and have recovered heavy damages.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A humorous hyperbole about blaming one’s own appearance for personal faults.
In simple terms: Blame the face for drinking.
Take responsibility for actions, not appearances.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- self-reflection
- public apologies
- media interviews
- legal contexts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does satire affect perception of personal flaws?
- When is humor inappropriate?
May trivialize serious issues like alcoholism.