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Bird Quote by Lewis Carroll

“Beware the Jabberwock, my son The jaws that bite, the claws that catch! Beware the Jubjub bird, and shun The frumious Bandersnatch!” quote by Lewis Carroll
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“Beware the Jabberwock, my son The jaws that bite, the claws that catch! Beware the Jubjub bird, and shun The frumious Bandersnatch!”

Lewis Carroll

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Jabberwocky”, Through Through Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, 1865

Imaginative warnings highlight the unknown dangers that lurk beyond familiar boundaries

In simple terms: Beware fantastical threats that challenge bravery

Key Takeaway

Face fears with courage and wit

Themes

imagination danger adventure

Mood

playful cautionary

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • Reading fantasy
  • creative writing
  • risk assessment

Key Concepts

Literary nonsense mythic archetype

Questions to Reflect On

  • What “Jabberwocky” do you avoid?
  • How can you turn fear into curiosity?
A Different Perspective

Over‑emphasis on fear can stifle curiosity

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