Life — December 1935 — page 12: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Cartoon Analysis The main cartoon shows a large anthropomorphic rabbit in formal dress presenting to what appears to be officials or dignitaries. The caption reads "It sort of takes them by surprise." The surrounding "Great Minds" section contains satirical quotes criticizing the League of Nations—comparing it to "a collector of deserts" (Mussolini), "a league of receivers of stolen property" (James W. Gerard), and suggesting it has "been let down by somebody" (David Lloyd George). **Context**: This page satirizes the League of Nations' ineffectiveness, likely from the 1920s-1930s. The rabbit cartoon's exact meaning is unclear from the image alone, but given the surrounding anti-League commentary, it appears to mock the League's surprising or absurd proposals or actions. The quotes reflect contemporary criticism that the League failed to prevent aggression or resolve international disputes.