Crowd Quote by Frances Hardinge
““By the time Brand Appleton reached the castle grounds, he had acquired a significant crowd. Never in the history of Toll had one man needed so many people to arrest him.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Lost Conspiracy by Frances Hardinge, 2015
Brand Appleton gathers a massive crowd before his arrest, highlighting how public attention can amplify a person's perceived threat.
In simple terms: Crowds amplify perceived threat.
Key Takeaway
Recognize how public perception can influence outcomes.
Themes
power
public perception
crowd dynamics
Mood
tense
dramatic
Type
narrative
political
When to use this quote
- political protests
- high‑profile trials
- media coverage
Key Concepts
social influence
mass psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does public attention change the stakes of an arrest?
- When does crowd support become a liability?
A Different Perspective
Crowds can also protect the accused, not just threaten.
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