Funny Quote by Ernest Hemingway
““Oh, go to hell." He stood up from the table his face white, and stood there white and angry behind the little plates of hors d' œuvres. "Sit down," I said. "Don't be a fool." "You've got to take that back." "Oh, cut out the prep-school stuff." "Take it back." "Sure. Anything. I never heard of Brett Ashley. How's that?" "No. Not that. About me going to hell." "Oh, don't go to hell," I said. "Stick around. We're just starting lunch.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Sun Also Rises”, Ernest Hemingway, 1926
A tense exchange reveals frustration and sarcasm, highlighting the difficulty of communication and the urge to confront perceived pretensions.
In simple terms: Sarcastic dialogue shows frustration and miscommunication.
Key Takeaway
Address misunderstandings directly.
Themes
communication
conflict
sarcasm
Mood
tense
irritated
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- workplace meetings
- family arguments
- social gatherings
- creative collaborations
Key Concepts
interpersonal dynamics
power play
Questions to Reflect On
- How can one defuse sarcastic tension?
- When is sarcasm appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Sarcasm can deepen conflict rather than resolve it.
