Attolia Quote by Megan Whalen Turner
“There are a lot of things a person with two hands couldn't steal," Eddis said. "So?" "If it's impossible to steal them with two hands, it's no more impossible to steal them with one. Steal peace, Eugenides. Steal me some time.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Thief, by Megan Whalen Turner, 1996
The quote suggests that if something cannot be taken by ordinary means, it can still be taken by unconventional or personal sacrifice, like stealing time or peace.
In simple terms: Even if something seems untakeable, find a different way to claim it.
Key Takeaway
Seek creative ways to obtain what seems impossible.
Themes
creativity
sacrifice
resourcefulness
Mood
reflective
determined
hopeful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- career goals
- mental health
- artistic creation
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What intangible do you need to 'steal' for yourself?
- How can you reclaim time in a busy life?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may be stretched beyond literal theft, making the advice vague.
![“Lilies, I rule, heads, you do," he [the King] said, and threw the coin into the air. "Lilies, you rule, heads, you throw again," said Attolia. The coin dropped. Eugenides looked at it and then showed it to her. "No need," he said. The coin sat in his palm, obverse, showing the lilies of Attolia…” quote by Megan Whalen Turner](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ace/megan-whalen-turner-1289_attolia_lilies-i-rule-heads-you-do-he-the-king-s_375026.jpg)
![“I woke with a terrible headache and wobbled around 'till I fell out the window." "You what?" "Fell out the window. That one over there." She [Edwina] gestured to the curtain behind her. "I broke my back. My spine is all wobbly now, but it doesn't hurt.” quote by Megan Whalen Turner](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/699/megan-whalen-turner-1289_behinds_i-woke-with-a-terrible-headache-and-wobb_56744.jpg)
