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You're as bad as your master," he muttered, scarce audible…

“You're as bad as your master," he muttered, scarce audible amid the sea-sounds. "Worse. At least he didn't ply his words from a courtesan's lips.” quote by Jacqueline Carey
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““You're as bad as your master," he muttered, scarce audible amid the sea-sounds. "Worse. At least he didn't ply his words from a courtesan's lips.””

Jacqueline Carey

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 remarks that a person mirrors their teacher's flaws, and that the teacher's words are not spoken by a prostitute.

In simple terms: People reflect their mentors' faults, and the mentor's speech is not vulgar.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the influence of mentors.

Themes

influence morality language

Mood

critical reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • ethical reflection

Key Concepts

character development mentor-mentee dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do mentors shape our behavior?
  • Can we separate a teacher's flaws from their teachings?
A Different Perspective

The statement may oversimplify complex relationships.

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