A great one is from 'Catch - 22' by Joseph Heller: 'There was only one catch and that was Catch - 22, which specified that a concern for one's own safety in the face of dangers that were real and immediate was the process of a rational mind. Orr was crazy and could be grounded. All he had to do was ask; and as soon as he did, he would no longer be crazy and would have to fly more missions.' This complex statement is sarcastic about the absurdity of military bureaucracy.
In 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte, Heathcliff says 'I'm too happy; and yet I'm not happy enough. I'm exactly like a man who has been starving for a long time, and is suddenly presented with a banquet. He may be able to eat his fill, but he still feels empty.' This shows sarcasm about his unfulfilled desires and the complex nature of his emotions. It's a rather long and detailed way of expressing his inner turmoil in a sarcastic manner.
From 'To Kill a Mockingbird' by Harper Lee, 'People generally see what they look for, and hear what they listen for.' This simple yet sarcastic quote points out how people tend to be selective in their perception, often seeing and hearing only what suits their preconceived notions.
One of the most memorable quotes is 'It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife' from 'Pride and Prejudice'. It sets the stage for the story's exploration of marriage and society. Another is 'All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others' from 'Animal Farm', which is a powerful comment on political corruption and inequality.
A memorable heartbreak quote is from 'Anna Karenina' - 'All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.' This can be related to heartbreak as it implies that the pain and heartbreak within a relationship or family are unique and complex.
Sure. One from 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen: 'It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.' This can be seen as sarcastic as it mocks the society's view on marriage and wealth.
The quote 'He wasn't sure if he should be happy or sad' is quite memorable. It shows Stanley's confusion in the face of his situation at Camp Green Lake. He's in a strange place with strange rules and people, and this quote captures his internal conflict.
One memorable quote is from 'Pride and Prejudice': 'It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.' This line sets the stage for the whole story about marriage and social status in the novel.
One of the memorable quotes could be 'You should be kissed and often, and by someone who knows how.' from 'Gone with the Wind'. It shows the passionate love Scarlett desires.
One memorable quote is 'You should be kissed and often, and by someone who knows how.' from Gone with the Wind. It's so charming as it shows the importance of a passionate and skilled lover.
In 'Breakfast of Champions', Vonnegut writes 'I want to stay as close to the edge as I can without going over. Out on the edge you see all kinds of things you can't see from the center.' This quote speaks to the idea of living on the edge, taking risks, and experiencing a broader range of life. It implies that by staying in the comfort zone (the center), we limit our view and experiences.
A memorable quote is 'There are dark shadows on the earth, but its lights are stronger in the contrast.' from one of Dickens' novels. It's a positive view that despite the hardships (the dark shadows), there is always more good (the stronger lights). It gives a sense of hope in the face of difficulties.
From '1984' by George Orwell, 'Big Brother is watching you.' This simple yet powerful quote encapsulates the overarching theme of a totalitarian regime and constant surveillance in the dystopian world of the novel. It has become a well - known phrase symbolizing a lack of privacy.