So soon as I hear that such or such a man gives himself out for a philosopher, I conclude that, like the dyspeptic old woman, he must have broken his digester.
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In Herman Melville's "Moby Dick," the narrator expresses skepticism towards individuals who label themselves as philosophers. The comparison drawn to a dyspeptic old woman suggests that those who boast about their philosophical insights may, in fact, be struggling with their understanding or experience, much like someone suffering from indigestion. This implies a certain irony in their self-identification, hinting that their claims might mask deeper issues or discontent.
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