Quote by Charles Dickens

It was a turkey He could never have stood upon his legs, that bird He would have snapped 'em off short in a minute, like sticks of sealing wax.

It was a turkey He could never have stood upon his legs, tha

Summary

This quote highlights the irony and humor in the fact that the speaker is referring to a turkey, a relatively weak and fragile bird, as if it possessed great power and strength. By emphasizing how the bird would easily break its own legs, the quote suggests that the speaker is discussing someone or something whose arrogance exceeds its actual capabilities. It serves to illustrate the contrast between perceived power and reality, resulting in a comical and satirical tone.

By Charles Dickens

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