Reasonable Quote by Herman Melville
““At present I would prefer not to be a little reasonable,' was his mildly cadaverous reply.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Moby-Dick by Herman Melville, 1851
He humorously rejects being merely reasonable, preferring a more daring, perhaps irrational stance.
In simple terms: He prefers boldness over simple reason.
Key Takeaway
Embrace daring over mere reason.
Themes
courage
individualism
skepticism
Mood
wry
provocative
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- creative pursuits
- risk taking
Key Concepts
existentialism
absurdism
Questions to Reflect On
- When does boldness become reckless?
- Is reason always limiting?
A Different Perspective
Being unreasonable can alienate others.
