Betting Quote by P.G. Wodehouse
““Betting!" he gargled. "Betting! You don't mean that they're betting on this holy, sacred - Oh, I say, dash it all! Haven't people any sense of decency and reverence? Is nothing safe from their beastly, sordid graspingness? I wonder," said young Bingo thoughtfully, "if there's a chance of my getting any of that seven-to-one money? Seven to one! What a price! Who's offering it, do you know? Oh, well, I suppose it wouldn't do. No, I suppose it wouldn't be quite the thing.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: “The Betting” from *The Inimitable Jeeves*, 1923
A chaotic gambling scene highlights moral decay and the absurdity of reckless speculation.
In simple terms: Gambling leads to chaos and moral loss.
Key Takeaway
Beware of reckless risks and moral compromise.
Themes
greed
morality
absurdity
risk
society
Mood
satirical
critical
humorous
Type
literary
social commentary
satire
When to use this quote
- casino night
- investment decisions
- political lobbying
- high‑stakes negotiations
Key Concepts
speculation
ethical decline
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives people to gamble despite risks?
- How does satire expose societal flaws?
A Different Perspective
The humor may downplay serious consequences of gambling.
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