Anger Quote by Kage Baker
““Boy, you're good at figuring things out. Isn't he? Except that if anybody's the devil in this room it's _you_, buster." An extraordinary bitterness came into his face. "I've seen you before. I know you, all right, preacher man. Age after age, you come back. You always lead the crusades. You're so damned golden-tongued, other people just flock to die for your causes. You die with them, it's true, because you're stupid enough to believe your own great lies; but you always come back again somehow. Oh, I know _you_.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Anvil of the World, Kage Baker, 2009
A manipulative leader repeatedly deceives followers, exploiting charisma to cause them to sacrifice themselves for false causes.
In simple terms: Charismatic deceivers lead people to harmful causes.
Key Takeaway
Beware charismatic false prophets.
Themes
charisma
deception
leadership
betrayal
cult dynamics
Mood
cautious
skeptical
reflective
Type
warning
critical analysis
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political rallies
- religious movements
- cult recruitment
- personal relationships
Key Concepts
psychology
propaganda
ethical manipulation
Questions to Reflect On
- What signs reveal a leader’s true motives?
- How can you protect yourself from charismatic manipulation?
A Different Perspective
Not all persuasive speakers are sincere; motives may be self‑serving.
