Quote by Graham Greene

His hilarity was like a scream from a crevasse.

His hilarity was like a scream from a crevasse.

Summary

This quote expresses the intense and unsettling nature of someone's hilarity. It compares their laughter or amusement to a scream, emphasizing its raw and unexpected quality. The use of the word "crevasse" further adds to the imagery by suggesting a deep and dark abyss, highlighting the unsettling and somewhat chaotic nature of their laughter. Overall, the quote conveys that this person's hilarity is both powerful and unnerving, leaving a strong impression on those who witness it.

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Humor

By Graham Greene

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