Fire Quote by Arthur Conan Doyle
““As he stood by the desolate fire, he felt that the only one thing which could assuage his grief would be thorough and complete retribution, brought by his own hand upon his enemies.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hound of the Baskervilles, Arthur Conan Doyle, 1902
A character seeks personal vengeance, believing only his own hand can soothe his grief.
In simple terms: Vengeance is seen as the only cure for deep sorrow.
Key Takeaway
Consider the cost of revenge.
Themes
grief
revenge
justice
self‑control
Mood
dark
intense
brooding
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal loss
- war trauma
- betrayal
- legal dispute
Key Concepts
moral conflict
psychology
retribution
Questions to Reflect On
- Is vengeance ever truly healing?
- What alternatives exist to violent retaliation?
A Different Perspective
Revenge may deepen pain and create cycles of violence.
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