Bacteria Quote by Ogden Nash
““Baclli swarm within my portals Such as ne'r conceived by mortals, But, bred by scientists, Wise and hoary in some Olympian laboratory. Bacteria as large as mice With feet of fire and heads of ice, Who never interrupt for slumber Their stomping, elephantine rumba. ( From the poem--- " The Common Cold " )””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Common Cold (author unknown)
A fantastical description of imagined bacteria with mythic traits, highlighting human fear of unseen threats.
In simple terms: Imagined monstrous bacteria.
Key Takeaway
Consider the unknown dangers we imagine.
Themes
imagination
science
mythology
Mood
playful
thoughtful
Type
creative
literary
When to use this quote
- health anxieties
- creative writing
- science fiction
Key Concepts
biology
mythic metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What fears do we project onto microbes?
- How does myth shape our view of illness?
A Different Perspective
The description mixes fantasy with real disease, which may mislead about actual pathogens.
