Giving birth Quote by Adam Rapp
““To do it right, you need three people,” he explained. “One to hold em’ up. One to pocket the cash. And one to wait in the car. Like the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost. Hang on a second,” he said, cutting himself off. He pulled over to the side of the road, shifted into park, opened the door, leaned his head out and puked. It sounded like he was giving birth through his neck.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Devil All the Time", 2011
A character describes a criminal scheme involving three roles, then abruptly vomits, likening the act to a painful birth, highlighting the grotesque reality behind violent plans.
In simple terms: Violent plans are often accompanied by visceral, disturbing consequences.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the brutal reality behind violent actions.
Themes
violence
crime
human frailty
bodily horror
psychology
Mood
disturbing
intense
Type
literary
graphic
When to use this quote
- crime planning
- street encounters
- psychological breakdown
- extreme stress
Key Concepts
moral decay
physical revulsion
narrative shock
Questions to Reflect On
- How does bodily revulsion affect our perception of crime?
- What does the birth metaphor suggest about creation and destruction?
A Different Perspective
Graphic detail may alienate some readers.
