Politics Quote by Edith Pargeter
““This new approach, it seemed, was not to be made so publicly, not to be exposed to the expedient treason of little devious minds far removed from the battlefields on which honest men met, and contended, and killed one another without malice.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Heir of Night" (2007) by Helen Lowe (misattributed)??
The passage warns that exposing a new strategy publicly invites manipulation by those distant from the real conflict.
In simple terms: Public exposure invites manipulation.
Key Takeaway
Keep strategies confidential.
Themes
strategy
secrecy
conflict
manipulation
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- military planning
- political campaigns
- corporate strategy
Key Concepts
information control
ethical dilemmas
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance secrecy with accountability?
- Who benefits from keeping plans hidden?
A Different Perspective
Secrecy can limit transparency and trust.
