But the Mormons are not afraid of us. They think deep down…
““But the Mormons are not afraid of us. They think deep down that they’re the real desert dwellers and us Angelenos are living in this artificially irrigated Eden because we’re soft and fragile jungle creatures, like some Amazon rain forest frog that landed its neon arrow-poison-secreting hide on some endangered species list because the humidity isn’t quite right this year. And so you bring them in and feed them—the Mormons, not the poison frogs—and you’ve always got to buy Danishes for the meeting. Where the hell do you find Danishes anymore? Their palates are atavistic, right back to the 1950s.” “You””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Mormons are seen as outsiders; the narrator envies their resilience while critiquing modern artificiality
In simple terms: The contrast between natural resilience and artificial comforts is highlighted
Key Takeaway
Recognize and value authentic, resilient cultures
Themes
culture
environment
authenticity
satire
modernity
Mood
satirical
critical
Type
Endangered species:0
Mormons:1
Mormons Afraid:0
Feed Mormons:0
Hell Danishes:0
Danishes:0
When to use this quote
- travel
- cuisine exploration
- cultural immersion
Key Concepts
cultural critique
environmental adaptation
social commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- How does artificial comfort affect our values?
- What can we learn from resilient subcultures?
A Different Perspective
Satire may oversimplify complex cultural identities