There are times when
â
There are times when one would like to hang
the whole human race, and finish the farce.
â
Meaning
This quote expresses bitter misanthropic humor about the absurdity of humanity. It is exaggeration born of disgust.
About Author
Mark Twain
Mark Twain, born Samuel Clemens, was an American author and humorist known for classics like Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. His quotes often reflect wit, social critique, and human insight. Twain inspires writers, readers, and social thinkers to explore human nature, challenge conventions, and communicate ideas with humor and intelligence.
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