Tongues Quote by Kim Harrison
““Familiars were known for their loose tongues until you cut them out. It was a practice Algaliarept frowned upon. Most of his brethren were bloody plebians. Removing a familiar's tongue completely ruined the nuances of their pleas for mercy.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hollows series by Kim Harrison, 2004
Removing a familiar's tongue silences them, eliminating subtle pleas for mercy and reflecting harsh control.
In simple terms: Silencing a familiar stops their subtle pleas.
Key Takeaway
Consider the cost of suppressing voices.
Themes
control
language
power
compassion
Mood
dark
reflective
serious
Type
literary
fantasy
ethical
When to use this quote
- magical societies
- interpersonal conflict
- political oppression
- ethical dilemmas
Key Concepts
authoritarianism
communication
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What is lost when voices are forced silent?
- How does power affect communication?
A Different Perspective
Silencing may also erase valuable nuance and empathy.
