Last night Quote by Donna Tartt
““I can’t believe you two,” Henry said crossly. “I reminded you of this last night.” “But we forgot,” said the twins, in simultaneous despair. “How could you?” “Well, if you wake up intending to murder someone at two o’clock, you hardly think what you’re going to feed the corpse for dinner.” “Asparagus is in season,” said Francis helpfully.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt, 2013
Characters grapple with guilt and absurdity as they confront a bizarre, morbid scenario, highlighting human tendency to overlook practical concerns amid crisis.
In simple terms: People ignore practical needs when faced with extreme plans.
Key Takeaway
Consider practical details even in chaotic plans.
Themes
guilt
absurdity
practicality
Mood
darkly humorous
reflective
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- emergency planning
- family crisis
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
human nature
morality
cognitive dissonance
Questions to Reflect On
- What practical steps are often ignored in crises?
- How does absurd humor affect moral judgment?
A Different Perspective
The humor may downplay serious moral implications.
