Cool Quote by Charles Dickens
““...And a cool four thousand, Pip!" I never discovered from whom Joe derived the conventional temperature of the four thousand pounds, but it appeared to make the sum of money more to him, and he had a manifest relish in insisting on its being cool.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Great Expectations by Charles Dickens, 1861
A character boasts about a large sum of money, emphasizing its coolness as a status symbol, reflecting pride in wealth and social standing.
In simple terms: A man bragged about his money being cool.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that wealth can be a source of vanity.
Themes
pride
wealth
social status
Mood
sarcastic
reflective
Type
literary
social commentary
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- social gatherings
- personal bragging
- financial discussions
Key Concepts
class consciousness
materialism
Questions to Reflect On
- How does flaunting wealth affect relationships?
- What does “cool” imply about attitudes toward money?
A Different Perspective
The focus on coolness may ignore the responsibilities that come with wealth.
