Cabbage Quote by John Ashbery
“A yak is a prehistoric cabbage; of that, we can be sure.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Book of the Dead”, 1971
A yak is humorously likened to an ancient cabbage, highlighting absurdity in classification.
In simple terms: A yak is compared to a prehistoric cabbage for comic effect.
Key Takeaway
Embrace humor in unexpected comparisons.
Themes
absurdity
humor
language
creativity
playfulness
Mood
playful
lighthearted
thought‑provoking
Type
literary
humorous
creative
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- teaching language
- ice comedy
- advertising copy
- branding slogans
Key Concepts
literary nonsense
semantic inversion
poetic imagination
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this absurd comparison reveal about categorization?
- How can humor shift perspective on familiar subjects?
A Different Perspective
Such jokes may obscure deeper meaning if overused.
