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Sharp Objects Quote by Michael Connelly

“He's dead: Internal bleeding. When they opened him up they found a toothbrush shiv lodged in the anal cavity. It was never determinded whether he'd put it up there for safe keeping himself or somebody else did it for him, but it was a good lesson for the rest of the inmates. They even put up a…” quote by Michael Connelly
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““He's dead: Internal bleeding. When they opened him up they found a toothbrush shiv lodged in the anal cavity. It was never determinded whether he'd put it up there for safe keeping himself or somebody else did it for him, but it was a good lesson for the rest of the inmates. They even put up a sign. "Never put sharp objects up your ass.””

Michael Connelly

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Lincoln Lawyer by Michael Connelly, 2005

A cautionary tale about the dangers of inserting sharp objects into the body, highlighting prison safety lessons.

In simple terms: Sharp objects in the body are dangerous.

Key Takeaway

Avoid inserting sharp objects into body cavities.

Themes

safety prison health humor

Mood

cautionary dark humor

Type

warning educational

When to use this quote

  • prison life
  • health education
  • risk awareness

Key Concepts

risk injury prison culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • What safety measures could prevent such injuries?
  • How does humor affect perception of health risks?
A Different Perspective

The anecdote may trivialize serious health risks.

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