Horses Quote by Diana Wynne Jones
““I make that four horses and ten men just to get rid of one old woman. What did you do to the King?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Dark Lord of Derkholm, 1998
A whimsical, exaggerated tale of sacrifice and absurdity, reflecting on the absurd lengths people go to for power.
In simple terms: Exaggerated sacrifice for power.
Key Takeaway
Question the cost of blind loyalty.
Themes
power
sacrifice
absurdity
loyalty
Mood
playful
thoughtful
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family dynamics
- authoritarian regimes
- personal ethics
Key Concepts
satire
fantasy
political allegory
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the “old woman” symbolize?
- How does absurdity reveal truth?
A Different Perspective
The humor may mask serious critique of oppression.
