Conquer the world Quote by Margaret Mitchell
““He thought as he stared at Will in the shadowy hall that he had never known such gallantry as the gallantry of Scarlett O’Hara going forth to conquer the world in her mother’s velvet curtains and the tail feathers of a rooster.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell, 1936
The narrator compares an unexpected, bold bravery to the iconic, determined spirit of Scarlett O’Hara, highlighting how extraordinary courage can appear in unlikely moments.
In simple terms: Unexpected bravery resembles Scarlett O’Hara’s bold spirit.
Recognize and value sudden courage.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal revelation
- creative writing
- character study
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does sudden bravery change your perception of a situation?
- What triggers unexpected heroism in everyday life?
Courage may be fleeting and context‑dependent.