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Frog Quote by Tom Robbins

“Alas, Gulietta, this was an American frog of the last quarter of the twentieth century, a time when wishing apparently no longer led to anything, and Leigh-Cheri eventually named it Prince Charming after that son-of-a-bitch who never comes though.” quote by Tom Robbins
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““Alas, Gulietta, this was an American frog of the last quarter of the twentieth century, a time when wishing apparently no longer led to anything, and Leigh-Cheri eventually named it Prince Charming after that son-of-a-bitch who never comes though.””

Tom Robbins

About This Quote

Source Novel: Another Roadside Attraction, 1971

He laments a lost era where wishes no longer matter, using a quirky frog metaphor.

In simple terms: He mourns a time when wishes stopped working, using a frog.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the value of hope and imagination.

Themes

nostalgia disillusionment humor

Mood

melancholic wry

Type

philosophical satirical

When to use this quote

  • personal reflection
  • creative writing
  • social commentary

Key Concepts

cultural critique modern alienation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we revive hope in a cynical age?
  • What role does humor play in critique?
A Different Perspective

The metaphor may obscure practical solutions.

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