Cunning Hadn Quote by Megan Whalen Turner
““The Attolian king obviously had a deep well of spite and I would've appreciated his low cunning more if I hadn't thought the Attolian was about to wring my neck.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Thief, by Megan Whalen Turner, 1996
A character’s spiteful nature is contrasted with cunning, hinting at complex motives.
In simple terms: Spite versus cunning.
Key Takeaway
Recognize hidden motives.
Themes
politics
betrayal
strategy
Mood
tense
intriguing
Type
literary
character analysis
When to use this quote
- diplomacy
- court intrigue
- personal ambition
Key Concepts
spite
cunning
trust
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives a leader’s spite?
- When is cunning preferable to anger?
A Different Perspective
Cunning can be more effective than open hostility.
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