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“We’ll do it,’ said Will Scott comfortably, shouting over the tumult. ‘If it’s no more than an hour, we’ll do it.’ ‘Christ, I believe you’re sorry, you flaming maniac,’ said Lymond. ‘Don’t I keep telling you that this is bloody childishness, and don’t you keep agreeing?” quote by Dorothy Dunnett
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““We’ll do it,’ said Will Scott comfortably, shouting over the tumult. ‘If it’s no more than an hour, we’ll do it.’ ‘Christ, I believe you’re sorry, you flaming maniac,’ said Lymond. ‘Don’t I keep telling you that this is bloody childishness, and don’t you keep agreeing?””

Dorothy Dunnett

About This Quote

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

Characters argue about the futility of endless conflict and the childishness of repeating the same mistakes without learning.

In simple terms: Pointless fighting and repeated mistakes.

Key Takeaway

Break cycles of conflict and mature.

Themes

conflict growth communication leadership mistakes

Mood

reflective hopeful critical

Type

literary philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • team projects
  • family disputes
  • political negotiations
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

philosophy human behavior leadership dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What patterns repeat in your life?
  • How can you foster mature dialogue?
A Different Perspective

Changing entrenched habits requires willingness to listen and adapt.

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