Quote by Desiderius Erasmus

They take unbelievable pleasure in the hideous blast of the hunting horn and baying of the hounds. Dogs dung smells sweet as cinnamon to them.

They take unbelievable pleasure in the hideous blast of the

Summary

This quote suggests that some people derive an unusual and extreme kind of satisfaction from activities that may be considered disturbing or repulsive to others. The mention of the hunting horn and baying hounds implies a thrill gained from participating in or witnessing their violent actions. Furthermore, the comparison of the odor of dog dung to a pleasant scent like cinnamon highlights the contrast between conventional perceptions of foulness and the skewed pleasure these individuals find in it. Overall, the quote illustrates the peculiar pleasures that some individuals may have, which are contradictory to societal norms.

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By Desiderius Erasmus

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