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Drinking Quote by Jerome K. Jerome

“You can never rouse Harris. There is no poetry about Harris- no wild yearning for the unattainable. Harris never "weeps, he knows not why." If Harris's eyes fill with tears, you can bet it is because Harris has been eating raw onions, or has put too much Worcester over his chop. If you were to…” quote by Jerome K. Jerome
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““You can never rouse Harris. There is no poetry about Harris- no wild yearning for the unattainable. Harris never "weeps, he knows not why." If Harris's eyes fill with tears, you can bet it is because Harris has been eating raw onions, or has put too much Worcester over his chop. If you were to stand at night by the sea-shore with Harris, and say: "Hark! do you not hear? Is it but the mermaids singing deep below the waving waters; or sad spirits, chanting dirges for white corpses held by seaweed?" Harris would take you by the arm, and say: "I know what it is, old man; you've got a chill. Now you come along with me. I know a place round the corner here, where you can get a drop of the finest Scotch whisky you ever tasted- put you right in less than no time." Harris always does know a place round the corner where you can get something brilliant in the drinking line. I believe that if you met Harris up in Paradise (supposing such a thing likely), he would immediately greet you with: "So glad you've come, old fellow; I've found a nice place round the corner here, where you can get some really first-class nectar.””

Jerome K. Jerome

About This Quote

The passage humorously depicts Harris as a pragmatic, unromantic character who prefers simple comforts like whisky over poetic musings, and who always knows a nearby spot for a good drink.

In simple terms: Harris values practical pleasures over lofty ideas.

Key Takeaway

Seek simple, reliable comforts.

Themes

pragmatism humor comfort social literature drinking

Mood

wry lighthearted contemplative

Type

humorous observational character sketch

When to use this quote

  • every gatherings
  • casual conversations
  • seeking solace in alcohol

Key Concepts

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Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prioritize comfort over contemplation?
  • How do you balance practicality with imagination?
A Different Perspective

Harris's practical approach may overlook deeper emotional needs.

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