Barbed wire Quote by Nora Roberts
““Getting many tourists these days?" "No." The word was so flat and final, Shelby nearly laughed. "You could always try land mines and barbed wire. It amazes me how anyone so in tune with people could dislike them so much." "I don't dislike them." Grant heaped eggs on another plate. "I just don't want to be around them.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Other Side of the Sky" by Nora Roberts, 2015
The speaker criticizes a superficial dismissal of tourists, highlighting a deeper aversion to crowds despite claiming indifference.
In simple terms: Someone pretends not to mind tourists but actually dislikes being around them.
Key Takeaway
Recognize honest feelings about crowds.
Themes
social dynamics
prejudice
authenticity
Mood
reflective
critical
thoughtful
Type
observational
analytical
When to use this quote
- travel industry
- personal boundaries
- event planning
- hospitality management
Key Concepts
psychology
social anxiety
crowd behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do we sometimes claim neutrality while feeling discomfort?
- How can we address genuine crowd aversion without prejudice?
A Different Perspective
The speaker may be rationalizing discomfort rather than confronting underlying bias.
