Vidal Gore — Eighteen Seventy [1083]

“I think not. He is like an old capon.” Thus we discussed the next president, and the restorer of our—my—fortunes. — Vidal Gore, Eighteen Seventy, 1083

Note

The final humorous reflection highlights the character’s disillusionment with politics while simultaneously exploring the absurdity of Tilden’s human experience. The comparison to an ‘old capon’ adds a rich layer of imagery and irony, encapsulating the themes of masculinity and power.