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Cocoa Quote by Shirley Jackson

“Cocoa? Cocoa! Damn miserable puny stuff, fit for kittens and unwashed boys. Did Shakespeare drink cocoa?” quote by Shirley Jackson
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“Cocoa? Cocoa! Damn miserable puny stuff, fit for kittens and unwashed boys. Did Shakespeare drink cocoa?”

Shirley Jackson

About This Quote

Cocoa is dismissed as a trivial, low‑brow drink, prompting a humorous question about its historical consumption.

In simple terms: Cocoa is seen as cheap and childish.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate humble pleasures.

Themes

humor culture history

Mood

playful ironic

Type

satire commentary

When to use this quote

  • food criticism
  • literary satire
  • historical speculation

Key Concepts

taste class tradition

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we label some foods as inferior?
  • How does humor reveal cultural attitudes?
A Different Perspective

Cocoa’s reputation may be unfairly negative.

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