Burn Quote by Michael Thomas Ford
““Seven little crazy kids chopping up sticks; One burnt her daddy up and then there were six. Six little crazy kids playing with a hive; One tattooed himself to death and then there were five. Five little crazy kids on a cellar door; One went all schizo and then there were four. Four little crazy kids going out to sea; One wouldn't say a word and then there were three. Three little crazy kids walking to the zoo; One jerked himself too much and then there were two. Two little crazy kids sitting in the sun; One a took a bunch of pills and then there was one. One little crazy kid left all alone; He went and slit his wrists, and then there were none.””
About This Quote
A darkly humorous tale of children dying one by one, illustrating the absurdity of violence and the fragility of life.
In simple terms: Violence leads to loss and absurdity.
Key Takeaway
Recognize life’s fragility.
Themes
violence
absurdity
life
death
humor
Mood
grim
satirical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social commentary
- dark comedy
- writing exercises
Key Concepts
mortality
satire
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this story say about societal violence?
- How can humor address tragedy?
A Different Perspective
Graphic content may be triggering.
