Buffalo Quote by Toby Neal
““Daughter of a stillborn water buffalo!””
About This Quote
A vivid exclamation that underscores the absurdity or tragedy of a situation, using a stillborn water buffalo as a metaphor.
In simple terms: An absurd, tragic metaphor.
Key Takeaway
Recognize hidden absurdities.
Themes
absurdity
metaphor
culture
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
literary
cultural
When to use this quote
- political satire
- art criticism
- media analysis
Key Concepts
symbolic language
social critique
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the buffalo symbolize?
- Why choose such a stark image?
A Different Perspective
The reference may be culturally obscure to some readers.
![“[For American consumer society], the country's reserves of ignorance constitute a natural resource as precious as the Mississippi River or the long-lost herds of buffalo.” quote by Lewis H. Lapham](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6b0/lewis-h-lapham-7190_buffalo_for-american-consumer-society-the-countr_157122.jpg)
