Crime Quote by Cornell Woolrich
““A second red-orange spearhead leaps straight at O'Shaughnessy. The whole world seems to stand still. Then the gun behind it crashes, and there's a cataclysm of pain all over him, and a shock goes through him as if he ran head-on into a stone wall. A voice from the car says blurredly, while the ground rushes up to meet him, 'Finish him up, you guys! I'm getting so I don't trust their looks no more, no matter how stiff they act!' ("Jane Brown's Body")””
About This Quote
Source Short Story: “Jane Brown’s Body”, 1935
A violent encounter is described with vivid, chaotic imagery, highlighting sudden pain and fear.
In simple terms: A sudden attack creates intense pain and terror.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how quickly violence can erupt.
Themes
violence
shock
survival
Mood
tense
grim
Type
narrative
dramatic
When to use this quote
- war zones
- crime scenes
- personal assaults
- emergency response
Key Concepts
trauma
human fragility
conflict
Questions to Reflect On
- How does vivid description affect your emotional response?
- What can this teach about the impact of violence?
A Different Perspective
Graphic detail may desensitize readers.
