You are a real philosopher, Sam, ”said Mr. Pickwick. "It must be a family, I think, Lord," Weller replied. To my father, now, he gives a lot around. When my stepmother hits him, he whistles. She gets furious and breaks her pipe; He goes out and bought another one. Then she squeals and gets hysterical; And he smokes so quiet, until she returns in himself. That is philosophy, isn't it Verdá, Lord? "A good substitute for her, in any case," said Mr. Pickwick laughing.
In this passage from "The Pickwick Papers," Mr. Pickwick praises Sam Weller for his philosophical insights about family dynamics. Weller humorously illustrates his father's coping mechanism with his stepmother's anger, likening his quiet smoking to a form of philosophy. The interaction suggests that finding humor in difficult situations can be a strategy for maintaining peace in relationships.
Mr. Pickwick's laughter emphasizes the idea that sometimes, a light-hearted perspective can help in understanding complex family issues. Weller's observations highlight the absurdity of life, suggesting that a philosophical outlook can be both practical and entertaining, showing that humor can serve as a coping mechanism in challenging family scenarios.
