Ends Quote by Kelly Link
“Everyone knows that wizards are pigheaded and come to bad ends.”
About This Quote
Source Short Story Collection: Magic for Beginners, 2005
Wizards are portrayed as stubborn and doomed, suggesting that hubris leads to downfall.
In simple terms: Stubborn wizards meet bad ends.
Key Takeaway
Beware pride and stubbornness.
Themes
myth
hubris
Mood
cautionary
wry
Type
mythical
narrative
When to use this quote
- fantasy writing
- character study
Key Concepts
folklore
character flaw
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives a wizard’s stubbornness?
- Can hubris be redeemed?
A Different Perspective
The statement may overgeneralize all wizards.
