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“Ja sam kod kuće upitao oca kako to da drug Tito ima toliko desnih, a samo jednu lijevu ruku, našto je otac zavapio: - Samo da se već jednom iskobelja iz tog vrtića pa da odahnem.” quote by Goran Tribuson
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““Ja sam kod kuće upitao oca kako to da drug Tito ima toliko desnih, a samo jednu lijevu ruku, našto je otac zavapio: - Samo da se već jednom iskobelja iz tog vrtića pa da odahnem.””

Goran Tribuson

About This Quote

Source Short story: Unknown title, 1990s, Croatia

A child asks why Tito has many right hands but only one left, prompting a sarcastic reply about escaping a restrictive environment.

In simple terms: A satirical comment on political oppression.

Key Takeaway

Question authority and seek freedom.

Themes

politics satire freedom authority

Mood

wry critical

Type

literary humorous

When to use this quote

  • family conversation
  • political discussion
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

absurdity critique resistance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the joke reveal about power dynamics?
  • How can humor expose authoritarian control?
A Different Perspective

Humor may downplay serious oppression.

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