Cannibalism Quote by Brian Masters
““Shower while there were two dead bodies in the bathtub, and he was sane. He drilled holes in the heads of living people to make them his unresisting companions, and he was sane. He ate a bicep which he fried in a skillet, tenderised and sprinkled with sauce, and he was sane. For hours he lay with corpses, hugging them, cherishing them, and he was sane. He kept eleven assorted heads and skulls, and two complete skeletons, for eventual use in a home-made temple, and he was sane.””
About This Quote
Source Nonfiction: The Devil’s Garden by Brian Masters, 1995
A narrator describes grotesque acts of a murderer, emphasizing his calm rationality despite horrific deeds.
In simple terms: A killer commits gruesome acts while remaining rational.
Key Takeaway
Recognize warning signs of extreme pathology.
Themes
violence
psychopathy
morality
Mood
disturbing
thought‑provoking
Type
cautionary
educational
When to use this quote
- crime investigations
- mental health assessments
- public safety
Key Concepts
forensic psychology
extreme behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors contribute to a person's capacity for cruelty?
- How can society intervene early?
A Different Perspective
Rationality does not excuse moral responsibility.
