The Llama is a woolly sort of fleecy hairy goat, with an indolent expression and an undulating throat; like an unsuccessful literary man.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A llama is described humorously as a hairy goat resembling an unsuccessful writer.
- In plain terms
- The llama looks like a fluffy goat with a lazy face, like a failed writer.
- What can you take from it?
- Humor often uses animal traits to mock human professional failures.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What animals remind you of people?
- How do you describe failure humorously?
Another view
The comparison is subjective and may not resonate with all readers.
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