Achilles-de-flandres Quote by Orson Scott Card
““Poke had never shared out so many raisins, because she had never had so many to share. But the little kids wouldn't understand that. They'd think, Poke gave us garbage, and Achilles gave us raisins. That's because they were stupid.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card, 1985
Sharing resources depends on abundance; scarcity leads to misunderstanding and resentment.
In simple terms: People judge generosity by what they see, not by hidden scarcity.
Key Takeaway
Recognize hidden scarcity before judging.
Themes
generosity
misunderstanding
scarcity
perception
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
observational
social commentary
When to use this quote
- family meals
- classroom sharing
- community projects
- charitable donations
Key Concepts
resource allocation
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you assume others have enough to share?
- How do you communicate scarcity?
A Different Perspective
Assumes children lack nuance; may oversimplify adult motives.
