Hand Quote by Margaret Atwood
““There were pockets within pockets, with a CorpSeCorps hand in each one of them.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Oryx and Crake, 2003
Power structures embed themselves in layers, with each level controlling the next.
In simple terms: Power is layered and pervasive.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and question hidden hierarchies.
Themes
power
control
structures
layers
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- corporate governance
- government policy
- social movements
Key Concepts
Sociology
political theory
Questions to Reflect On
- Who holds the hidden power in your environment?
- How can layered control be exposed?
A Different Perspective
Complex hierarchies can be opaque and hard to dismantle.
