Lord Vetinari lifted an eyebrow with the care of one who…
“Lord Vetinari lifted an eyebrow with the care of one who, having found a piece of caterpillar in his salad, raises the rest of the lettuce.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A subtle, humorous observation about someone reacting with exaggerated caution to a minor inconvenience.
In simple terms: Exaggerated caution over a small problem.
Notice when overreacting to minor issues.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- dinner parties
- office meetings
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you often overreact to small annoyances?
- How can you keep perspective?
May miss larger issues by focusing on trivial details.