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Fear Quote by Agatha Christie

“Miss Greenshaw appeared to have no fear of burglars, and was probably justified, as most things in the house weighed several tons and were of no marketable value.” quote by Agatha Christie
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““Miss Greenshaw appeared to have no fear of burglars, and was probably justified, as most things in the house weighed several tons and were of no marketable value.””

Agatha Christie

About This Quote

The house’s heavy, worthless items deter burglars, implying security through impracticality.

In simple terms: Heavy, valueless objects make theft unlikely.

Key Takeaway

Use deterrents that are impractical to steal.

Themes

security deterrence practicality

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • home protection
  • business assets
  • personal safety

Key Concepts

law crime prevention

Questions to Reflect On

  • What other security measures complement this?
  • Is impracticality a reliable safeguard?
A Different Perspective

Such deterrents may not stop determined thieves.

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