Hideous Quote by Judith McNaught
““I'll give the girl a few minutes of my time and then send her packing. We don't have a position for anyone with a college degree in music. Even if we did, I wouldn't hire Lauren Danner. I've never met a more irritating, outrageous, ill-mannered, homely child in my life.She was about nine years old, chubby, with freckles and a mop of reddish hair that looked as if it was never properly combed. She wore hideous horn-rimmed eyeglasses, and so help me God,that child looked down her nose at us ...””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Devil's Kiss, 2002
The narrator harshly dismisses a child's appearance and character, reflecting prejudice and cruelty.
In simple terms: Judgment based on looks and class is cruel.
Key Takeaway
Avoid superficial judgments; value inner character.
Themes
prejudice
classism
appearance vs. reality
Mood
critical
empathetic
Type
social
ethical
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- workplace hiring
Key Concepts
social bias
character assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- How does appearance affect our treatment of others?
- What can we do to counteract class‑based bias?
A Different Perspective
Such harsh language can cause lasting harm and reinforce stereotypes.
