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Present­ly, when the strain re­laxed, Blore said: 'There…

“Present­ly, when the strain re­laxed, Blore said: 'There are habits and habits! Mr. Lom­bard takes a re­volver to out-​of-​the-way places, right enough, and a primus and a sleep­ing-​bag and a sup­ply of bug pow­der, no doubt! But habit wouldn't make him bring the whole out­fit down here? It's…” quote by Agatha Christie
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““Present­ly, when the strain re­laxed, Blore said: 'There are habits and habits! Mr. Lom­bard takes a re­volver to out-​of-​the-way places, right enough, and a primus and a sleep­ing-​bag and a sup­ply of bug pow­der, no doubt! But habit wouldn't make him bring the whole out­fit down here? It's on­ly in books peo­ple car­ry re­volvers around as a matter of course.' Dr. Arm­strong shook his head per­plexed­ly.””

Agatha Christie

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The passage humorously highlights a character's obsessive habit of carrying a revolver everywhere, illustrating how habits can become absurdly extreme.

In simple terms: A habit can become overly excessive.

Key Takeaway

Question the practicality of your habits.

Themes

habit obsession absurdity routine security

Mood

wry lighthearted

Type

observational satirical

When to use this quote

  • adventure travel
  • survival scenarios
  • personal safety planning

Key Concepts

habitual behavior risk assessment

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do my habits protect or limit me?
  • When does a habit become counterproductive?
A Different Perspective

Habit may hinder flexibility or safety.

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