"Getting to places like Bangkok or Singapore was a hell of a sweat. But when you got there it was the back of beyond. It was just a series of small tin sheds"
- David Attenborough
About this Quote
In this quote, David Attenborough is explaining the difficulty of taking a trip to cities like Bangkok or Singapore. He utilizes the expression "a hell of a sweat" to convey the physical exertion and discomfort associated with reaching these locations. However, when you arrive, Attenborough suggests that these cities feel like remote and isolated locations, referred to as "the back of beyond." He further emphasizes this sensation by explaining the structures as "little tin sheds," suggesting an absence of modernity and advancement. Overall, Attenborough's words paint a photo of the difficulties and isolation of traveling to these cities, however also mean the potential for experience and discovery when you show up.
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