Best friend Quote by William Faulkner
“Well, Bud," he said, looking at me, "I'll be damned if you don't go to a lot of trouble to have your fun. Kidnapping, then fighting. What do you do on your holidays? Burn houses?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner, 1929
A character questions the moral cost of reckless entertainment, implying that violent fun is a perverse holiday choice.
In simple terms: Violent fun is a twisted holiday.
Consider the ethics of your leisure.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- holiday planning
- media criticism
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is thrill‑seeking ever justified?
- How do we balance fun and responsibility?
It ignores the impact on victims.