Bite Quote by Brandon Sanderson
“Ham smiled. "Cett's going to be furious." Elend shrugged. "He's a paraplegic. What's he going to do? Bite us?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson, 2010
A character dismisses a disabled person's potential for retaliation, showing call and dehumanization.
In simple terms: Disability is mocked and assumed harmless.
Key Takeaway
Challenge stereotypes about disabled people.
Themes
prejudice
disability
empathy
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
literary
dialogue
When to use this quote
- character interaction
- conflict resolution
- social commentary
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
social bias
human dignity
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this line affect your perception of the character?
- What alternative reactions could be shown?
A Different Perspective
The quote reflects a specific character's view, not necessarily the author's stance.
