Quote by Kenneth Grahame

Badger hates Society, and invitations, and dinner, and all that sort of thing.

Badger hates Society, and invitations, and dinner, and all t

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This quote suggests that the character Badger has a strong aversion towards society, social conventions, formal invitations, and elaborate dinners. It implies that Badger prefers solitude or simple gatherings over extravagant social events. This aversion towards societal expectations may result from a dislike for the constraints, expectations, and artificiality that can be associated with such occasions. Badger's character is portrayed as someone who values authenticity and a more laid-back lifestyle while actively avoiding social norms.

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By Kenneth Grahame

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