Broken leg Quote by Roald Dahl
““It’s worse than that, William! It’s diabolical! Do you know what this means? It means that decent folk like you and me can’t even go out and have a little fun at night without risking a broken leg or arm. We might even break our necks!””
About This Quote
Source Story: “The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me”, 1982
He exaggerates danger to highlight absurdity of over‑protective attitudes.
In simple terms: Over‑reacting to minor risks.
Key Takeaway
Avoid unnecessary fear.
Themes
humor
exaggeration
social critique
Mood
playful
critical
Type
satirical
humorous
When to use this quote
- parenting advice
- public safety campaigns
- personal risk assessment
Key Concepts
absurdity
risk perception
Questions to Reflect On
- When does caution become paranoia?
- What are the costs of over‑protectiveness?
A Different Perspective
Exaggeration can undermine credibility.
