Quote by Neil Gaiman

I would like to see anyone, prophet, king or God, convince a thousand cats to do the same thing at the same time.

I would like to see anyone, prophet, king or God, convince a

Summary

This humorous quote implies the difficulty of convincing or aligning the behaviors of multiple individuals, even if they were kings, prophets, or gods. It emphasizes the stubborn and independent nature of cats, known for being notoriously self-willed animals. The author challenges anyone, regardless of their authority or power, to successfully coordinate the actions of a thousand cats simultaneously, highlighting the improbable task of achieving perfect synchronization or cooperation among a diverse group of individuals.

Topics

Persuasion Chaos Organization Cats Pets Cooperation Willfullness

By Neil Gaiman

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