Greatness Quote by Joseph Heller
““Each morning they came around, three brisk and serious men with efficient mouths and inefficient eyes...””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Catch‑22, 1961
The description satirically portrays bureaucratic efficiency that is superficial, highlighting the absurdity of authority.
In simple terms: Bureaucracy appears efficient but is actually ineffective.
Question appearances of authority.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- office politics
- government agencies
- military commands
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What real‑world systems seem efficient but fail?
- How does satire reveal hidden flaws?
The humor may downplay real suffering caused by such systems.