Hell is a city much like London - A populous and smoky city.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hell is compared to London, described as a crowded and polluted urban center.
- In plain terms
- London is so bad it feels like hell.
- What can you take from it?
- Crowded cities can feel oppressive.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a city feel like hell?
- How do you feel about crowds?
Another view
It uses hyperbole to criticize a specific place.
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