Character Quote by Charles Dickens
“Over the whole, a young lady presided, whose gloomy haughtiness as she surveyed the street, announced a deep-seated grievance against society, and an implacable determination to be avenged.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Great Expectations, 1861
A young woman, haughty and angry, declares a deep grievance and vows revenge against society.
In simple terms: She feels bitter and seeks vengeance.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how resentment fuels destructive goals.
Themes
society
grievance
revenge
character
Mood
melancholic
intense
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- social activism
- justice movements
Key Concepts
social critique
psychology of anger
Questions to Reflect On
- What fuels your resentment?
- How can you channel anger constructively?
A Different Perspective
Vengeful attitudes can alienate allies.
