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Cabbage Quote by Ambrose Bierce

“Cabbage: a familiar kitchen-garden vegetable about as large and wise as a man's head.” quote by Ambrose Bierce
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“Cabbage: a familiar kitchen-garden vegetable about as large and wise as a man's head.”

Ambrose Bierce

About This Quote

Source Essay: 'The Devil's Dictionary', 1906

Even mundane objects can symbolize human folly when exaggerated, highlighting absurdity.

In simple terms: Simple things can reflect human foolishness.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and question absurd exaggerations.

Themes

satire absurdity human nature

Mood

witty critical

Type

satirical observational

When to use this quote

  • political commentary
  • social critique
  • everyday observations

Key Concepts

literary criticism symbolism humor

Questions to Reflect On

  • What everyday object reveals human folly?
  • How does satire reveal truth?
A Different Perspective

Exaggeration may obscure genuine issues.

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