What are some ironic quotes from to build a fire?

Answer 1

the irony when the man breaks through the snow and steps in the spring; and the location in which he builds the fire.

Answer 2

One ironic quote from "To Build a Fire" by Jack London is when the man thinks to himself, "Any man who was a man could travel alone." This is ironic because his decision to travel alone ultimately leads to his demise due to his lack of experience and preparation in the harsh Yukon wilderness. Another ironic moment occurs when the man tries to warm his hands by lighting a match, only to see it extinguished by the snow falling on it. This highlights the irony of his inability to control the elements around him.

Answer 3

The ironic excerpt in this case is as follows, "Well, here he was; he had had the accident; he was alone; and he had saved himself. Those old-timers were rather womanish, he thought."