Skip to content

What do you want me to do, Peter?" "Chuck the ball back to…

“What do you want me to do, Peter?" "Chuck the ball back to me if it runs out of the circle. Not obviously. Just exercise your devastating talent for keeping to the point and speaking the truth." "That sounds easy." "It is--for you. That's what I love you for." --Gaudy Night” quote by Dorothy Sayers
Download Open image
““What do you want me to do, Peter?" "Chuck the ball back to me if it runs out of the circle. Not obviously. Just exercise your devastating talent for keeping to the point and speaking the truth." "That sounds easy." "It is--for you. That's what I love you for." --Gaudy Night””

Dorothy Sayers

About This Quote

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

A character urges precise, truthful speech, valuing clarity and honesty over complexity.

In simple terms: Speak clearly and truthfully.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize honesty and precision.

Themes

truth clarity communication

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

literary advice

When to use this quote

  • debates
  • teaching
  • personal interactions

Key Concepts

literature dialogue character development

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does honesty affect relationships?
  • When is brevity more important than detail?
A Different Perspective

May seem overly blunt.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No ratings yet

More by Dorothy Sayers

Explore all 8 Dorothy Sayers quotes

More Speaking quotes

Browse all 810 Speaking quotes