Family Quote by Edward Rutherfurd
““Then he noticed the belt. He pulled it out. The thing had been handed down in the family since God knows when. His father had told: 'Better keep it. It's wampum. Supposed to be lucky.' William shrugged. He could sure as hell use some luck today. On an impulse, he decided to put it on. Under his shirt of course-- he didn't want to look like a damn fool. Then he dressed as usual, every inch the successful man. If he was going down, he'd go down in style. Anyway, you should never give up hope.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thirteenth Tale by Edward Rutherfurd, 2006
A man clings to a family heirloom for luck, believing it can influence his fate, and resolves to maintain hope despite adversity.
In simple terms: He uses a lucky charm and stays hopeful.
Key Takeaway
Hold onto symbols of hope and keep moving forward.
Themes
hope
luck
family heritage
resilience
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
inspirational
reflective
When to use this quote
- career setbacks
- personal crises
- risk taking
- daily motivation
- overcoming doubt
Key Concepts
symbolic objects
psychological comfort
self-fulfilling prophecy
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal talismans give you confidence?
- How can hope be balanced with realistic planning?
A Different Perspective
Reliance on superstition may distract from practical action.
