Autopsy Quote by Peter Ackroyd
““I need to know when,' he said, 'In this case when is more important than how. Do you have a time-table?' For although images of this murder now surrounded him, and the parts of the body had become emblems of pursuit, violence and flight, they were as broken and indistinct as the sounds of a quarrel in a locked room.””
About This Quote
The timing of an action can outweigh the method, especially when confronting chaotic or violent circumstances.
In simple terms: When timing matters more than how.
Prioritize timing in urgent situations.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- crisis management
- investigations
- emergency response
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you prioritized timing over method?
- How does urgency affect decision quality?
Timing alone cannot solve underlying problems.