I guess a man is the only kind of varmint sets his own trap, baits it, and then steps in it.

๐Ÿ“– John Steinbeck

๐ŸŒ American  |  ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ’ผ Author

๐ŸŽ‚ February 27, 1902  โ€“  โšฐ๏ธ December 20, 1968
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In the quote from John Steinbeck's "Sweet Thursday," the author reflects on the complexities of human nature. The imagery of a man setting his own trap suggests a self-destructive tendency where individuals create their own problems and then fall victim to them. It highlights a sense of irony, as the very person who devises a scheme is ultimately ensnared by it.

This metaphor serves as a commentary on the human condition,...

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