Vomit Wasn Quote by Lois McMaster Bujold
““Nothing, sir,” Miles said hastily. “Nothing at all.” Leaping up and screaming, Stop, stop, you’re all eating hideous bug stuff! to his high-powered guests, would be . . . startling. Bug vomit wasn’t, after all, poisonous. If nobody told them, they’d never know. He bit into dry bread, and chased it with a large gulp of wine. The salad plates were removed. Three-quarters of the way down the table, Enrique dinged on his wineglass with his knife, cleared his throat, and stood up.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Vor Game, Lois McMaster Bujold, 1990
A chaotic dinner scene reveals how fear and surprise can turn ordinary moments into absurdity.
In simple terms: Unexpected events can expose hidden absurdities.
Key Takeaway
Stay calm amid chaos.
Themes
humor
absurdity
social dynamics
Mood
amused
thoughtful
Type
satirical
observational
When to use this quote
- dinner parties
- public events
- crisis management
Key Concepts
cognitive dissonance
group behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you react when routine turns bizarre?
- What can humor reveal about group dynamics?
A Different Perspective
Humor may mask deeper tension, not resolve it.
