Cry Quote by Lewis Carroll
“It’s a miserable story!” said Bruno. “It begins miserably, and it ends miserablier. I think I shall cry. Sylvie, please lend me your handkerchief.” “I haven’t got it with me,” Sylvie whispered. “Then I won’t cry,” said Bruno manfully.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865)
Bruno laments the story's misery, yet resolves not to cry, showing a mix of melancholy and stoic resolve.
In simple terms: He feels sad about the story but decides not to cry.
Key Takeaway
Accept sorrow without letting it overwhelm you.
Themes
sadness
stoicism
literature
emotions
resolution
Mood
melancholic
stoic
reflective
Type
literary
character study
When to use this quote
- reading clubs
- therapy sessions
- creative writing
Key Concepts
existential reflection
character analysis
narrative tone
Questions to Reflect On
- What does Bruno’s reaction reveal about coping?
- How do we balance feeling and restraint?
A Different Perspective
May be overly dramatic for some readers.
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