Arthur Quote by Douglas Adams
“But the plans were on display…” “On display? I eventually had to go down to the cellar to find them.” “That’s the display department.” “With a flashlight.” “Ah, well, the lights had probably gone.” “So had the stairs.” “But look, you found the notice, didn’t you?” “Yes,” said Arthur, “yes I did. It was on display in the bottom of a locked filing cabinet stuck in a disused lavatory with a sign on the door saying ‘Beware of the Leopard.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy, 1979
A humorous scene where a character searches for something that is absurdly hidden, highlighting bureaucratic absurdity.
In simple terms: Finding something hidden in a ridiculous place.
Key Takeaway
Look beyond obvious locations.
Themes
absurdity
bureaucracy
search
humor
Mood
playful
ironic
Type
satirical
anecdotal
When to use this quote
- office work
- investigations
- archival research
- problem solving
Key Concepts
satire
misdirection
obfuscation
Questions to Reflect On
- What hidden obstacles do you overlook?
- How can humor reveal systemic flaws?
A Different Perspective
The joke may down the frustration of endless searching.
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