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Curse the blasted, jelly-boned swines, the slimy, the…

“Curse the blasted, jelly-boned swines, the slimy, the belly-wriggling invertebrates, the miserable soddingrotters, the flaming sods, the sniveling, dribbling, dithering, palsied, pulse-less lot that make up England today. They've got white of egg in their veins, and their spunk is that watery it's…” quote by D. H. Lawrence
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“Curse the blasted, jelly-boned swines, the slimy, the belly-wriggling invertebrates, the miserable soddingrotters, the flaming sods, the sniveling, dribbling, dithering, palsied, pulse-less lot that make up England today. They've got white of egg in their veins, and their spunk is that watery it's a marvel they can breed.”

D. H. Lawrence

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A vitriolic rant condemning perceived moral decay and cultural decline in contemporary England.

In simple terms: Author expresses disgust at society's flaws.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and challenge societal decay.

Themes

culture decay disgust critique

Mood

critical disapproving

Type

literary satirical

When to use this quote

  • political discourse
  • artistic expression
  • public debate
  • social reform

Key Concepts

moral relativism social criticism elitism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What drives such intense criticism?
  • Can harsh language inspire change?
A Different Perspective

The language may alienate readers and limit constructive dialogue.

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