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“The Troll was well over seven feet tall, and smelled of body odour and Germolene.” quote by Andrew Barrett
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““The Troll was well over seven feet tall, and smelled of body odour and Germolene.””

Andrew Barrett

About This Quote

Source Book: The Troll, by Andrew Barrett, 2015

A monstrous creature is described with vivid, unpleasant details, emphasizing its grotesque nature.

In simple terms: A huge, smelly monster is portrayed.

Key Takeaway

Notice how vivid description creates strong imagery.

Themes

creature description gore

Mood

dark gritty

Type

descriptive fictional

When to use this quote

  • fantasy writing
  • character design
  • horror storytelling

Key Concepts

monster sensory detail

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does vivid gore affect reader immersion?
  • What purpose does the smell serve?
A Different Perspective

May alienize readers who prefer subtlety.

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