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“How does she keep it up? How can Miss Hodge be a teacher and not use witchcraft at all? I use it all the time. How else can I have eyes in the back of my head?' 'One of the great mysteries of our time,' Chrestomanci agreed.” quote by Diana Wynne Jones
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““How does she keep it up? How can Miss Hodge be a teacher and not use witchcraft at all? I use it all the time. How else can I have eyes in the back of my head?' 'One of the great mysteries of our time,' Chrestomanci agreed.””

Diana Wynne Jones

About This Quote

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

The character uses a magical phrase to explain how she seems to see everything, implying a hidden, supernatural awareness.

In simple terms: She claims magical sight to explain her awareness.

Key Takeaway

Question hidden abilities when faced with mystery.

Themes

magic perception secrecy curiosity

Mood

playful mysterious

Type

literary fantasy

When to use this quote

  • investigating secrets
  • dealing with unknowns
  • creative problem solving

Key Concepts

supernatural perception explanations trust

Questions to Reflect On

  • What would you do if you could see everything?
  • Is magic a metaphor for intuition?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on magic may hide practical solutions.

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