Quote by Ambrose Bierce

A cat is a soft, indestructible automaton provided by nature to be kicked when things go wrong in the domestic circle.

A cat is a soft, indestructible automaton provided by nature

Summary

This quote is a humorous take on the role of a cat in a household. It suggests that a cat is like a robot, appearing soft and resilient, and is meant to bear the frustrations and venting of its owners when things don't go well in their lives. The quote satirically highlights how people may turn to their pets as an outlet for their negative emotions, even though cats are living, feeling beings.

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