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“He knew that Hop-Frog was not fond of wine; for it excited the poor cripple almost to madness; and madness is no comfortable feeling.” quote by Edgar Allan Poe
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“He knew that Hop-Frog was not fond of wine; for it excited the poor cripple almost to madness; and madness is no comfortable feeling.”

Edgar Allan Poe

About This Quote

Source Short Story: “Hop-Frog” by Edgar Allan Poe, 1849

The character’s wine triggers a near‑madness, showing how some pleasures can be dangerously intoxicating.

In simple terms: Wine drives him near madness.

Key Takeaway

Beware excess that destabilizes.

Themes

addulgence madness selfcontrol

Mood

cautious reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Social gatherings
  • personal coping
  • stress relief
  • substance use

Key Concepts

Addiction psychology emotional volatility

Questions to Reflect On

  • What triggers your own loss of control?
  • Can moderation replace excess?
A Different Perspective

Not all indulgences are harmless; context matters.

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