Cents Quote by William Allen Butler
“But I do mean to say, I have heard her declare, When at the same moment she had on a dress Which cost five hundred dollars, and not a cent less, And jewelry worth tem times more, I should guess, That he had not a thing in the wide world to wear!”
About This Quote
The speaker mocks a woman’s extravagant attire, implying material excess masks a lack of true substance or worth.
In simple terms: Excessive fashion hides emptiness.
Key Takeaway
Question value of material display.
Themes
materialism
appearance
wealth
social critique
humor
Mood
witty
critical
Type
satire
observational
When to use this quote
- fashion critique
- social status
- cultural observation
Key Concepts
satire
social commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- How does fashion reflect inner values?
- What defines true worth beyond appearance?
A Different Perspective
May be outdated.
