Quote by Mark Twain

I thoroughly disapprove of duels. If a man should challenge me, I would take him kindly and forgivingly by the hand and lead him to a quiet place and kill him.

I thoroughly disapprove of duels. If a man should challenge

Summary

This quote, attributed to Mark Twain, satirically condemns the senselessness of dueling. Twain mocks the tradition by suggesting a truce between adversaries, only to fatally confront them in a peaceful manner. It highlights the absurdity of resolving conflicts through violence, portraying it as illogical and unethical. This humorous reimagining challenges the notions of honor and bravery attached to duels and calls for more peaceful resolutions to conflicts.

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