Quote by Rudyard Kipling

I have struck a city - a real city - and they call it Chicago... I urgently desire never to see it again. It is inhabited by savages.

I have struck a city - a real city - and they call it Chicag

Summary

In this quote, the speaker expresses their sheer disappointment and disdain towards Chicago, emphasizing its negative qualities. The use of phrases like "struck a city" and "inhabited by savages" implies that the speaker's encounter with Chicago was overwhelming and brought them great distress. The quote suggests not only a negative personal experience but also a deep aversion towards the city and its inhabitants.

By Rudyard Kipling

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