Little man Quote by Clive Cussler
““Two unarmed men against six loaded for bear. We need to even the odds.” “Got a plan?” asked Giordino. “I certainly do.” Giordino gave the little man with the academic, nerdy look a bemused stare. “Is it evil, rotten, and sneaky?” Gunn nodded, with an impish grin. “All that, and more.” THE””
About This Quote
A small group seeks to level a vastly stronger opponent by devising a clever, possibly underhanded strategy.
In simple terms: Weak side tries to balance odds with a plan.
Key Takeaway
Use ingenuity to offset disadvantages.
Themes
strategy
conflict
ethics
resourcefulness
Mood
tense
determined
Type
advice
narrative
When to use this quote
- military planning
- business competition
- team sports
- political campaigns
Key Concepts
asymmetry
tactics
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the ends‑justify‑the‑means approach acceptable?
- What risks arise from using underhanded tactics?
A Different Perspective
The plan may involve deception, raising moral concerns.
