Who said "I am the Ape that prances on the platform of the world."?

This quote is attributed to Ishmael.

I am the Ape that prances on the platform of the world. - Ishmael

"I am the Ape that prances on the platform of the world."

Ishmael Humor

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"Call me Ishmael."

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"Better to sleep with a sober cannibal than a drunken Christian."

"Never underestimate the power of a good laugh."

"Laughter is the best medicine."

"A good laugh is the best medicine."

"Laughter is contagious and wonderful."