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“Flying into a storm, even its outer edges, did not seem like a good idea to me. And this was no ordinary tempest. Everyone on the bridge knew what it was: the Devil's Fist, a near-eternal typhoon that migrated about the North Indian basin year-round. She was infamous, and earned her name by…” quote by Kenneth Oppel
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“Flying into a storm, even its outer edges, did not seem like a good idea to me. And this was no ordinary tempest. Everyone on the bridge knew what it was: the Devil's Fist, a near-eternal typhoon that migrated about the North Indian basin year-round. She was infamous, and earned her name by striking airships out of the sky.”

Kenneth Oppel

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Source Novel: Airborn, 2004

Venturing into a notorious storm is reckless, yet the thrill of confronting danger can be compelling.

In simple terms: Risking a dangerous storm is reckless but thrilling.

Key Takeaway

Weigh danger against curiosity before acting.

Themes

risk adventure danger curiosity

Mood

tense exciting

Type

narrative adventurous

When to use this quote

  • airship travel
  • extreme weather
  • explorers
  • decision making

Key Concepts

human vs nature exploration

Questions to Reflect On

  • Is the thrill worth the potential cost?
  • How do you assess danger versus curiosity?
A Different Perspective

The storm may cause irreversible loss.

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