War Quote by Andrzej Sapkowski
““There was talk about a great victory in this war; it was so important that… That this war put an end to all wars.’ Sheldon Skaggs snorted, spitting beer onto his beer. Zoltan Chivay roared with laughter. ‘What do you think, gentlemen?’ Now it was Dennis Cranmer’s turn to burst out laughing. Yarpen Zigrin retained his seriousness. He studied the young man attentively and seemed concerned. ‘Son,’ he said very seriously. ‘Look. There, sitting at the counter is Evangelina Parr. She is admittedly, substantial. Indeed, even great. But despite her actions, not one whore can put an end to all whores.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Witcher: Blood of Elves by Andrzej Sapkowski, 1994
A character mocks the idea that war can end all wars, highlighting human folly and the persistence of vice despite grand ideals.
In simple terms: War cannot solve all problems; human flaws remain.
Key Takeaway
Question grand solutions critically.
Themes
satire
human nature
war
morality
Mood
cynical
reflective
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political debate
- war discussions
- ethical analysis
Key Concepts
philosophy
literary criticism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this say about humanity’s hope for peace?
- Can humor reveal truth about conflict?
A Different Perspective
Idealistic visions often ignore practical realities.
