Cigarette Quote by Cormac McCarthy
““The uncle lit up and blew smoke in a thin blue viper’s breath toward the window. It coiled and diffused in the yellow light. He smiled. I’d like to have a dollar for every time I quit, he said.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Road, 2006
The narrator values perseverance, offering a symbolic price for each quit, highlighting resilience.
In simple terms: Persistence is valuable.
Reward persistence.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career challenges
- personal goals
- habit formation
- self‑discipline
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you price for quitting?
- How does humor aid perseverance?
The metaphor may oversimplify complex struggles.