Crime Quote by Charles Dickens
“Veels vithin veels, a prison in a prison.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Little Dorrit by Charles Dickens, 1855
The quote suggests layers of confinement within society and self, implying that external constraints often hide deeper, internal restrictions.
In simple terms: People are trapped both outwardly and inwardly.
Recognize and address hidden constraints.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- mental health
- social reform
- prison reform
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What internal prisons do you hold?
- How can you break hidden constraints?
Even if external prisons are removed, internal prisons may persist.