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“The snow came up to the top of Georgie's calves - she had to lift her feet high to make any progress. Her ears and eyelids were freezing ... God, she'd never even been able to imagine this much cold before. How could people live someplace that so obviously didn't want them?” quote by Rainbow Rowell
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“The snow came up to the top of Georgie's calves - she had to lift her feet high to make any progress. Her ears and eyelids were freezing ... God, she'd never even been able to imagine this much cold before. How could people live someplace that so obviously didn't want them?”

Rainbow Rowell

About This Quote

Source Novel: Ways to Live Forever by Rainbow Rowell, 2010

Enduring extreme cold forces people to adapt physically and mentally, highlighting resilience and questioning why anyone would choose such harsh environments.

In simple terms: Cold forces adaptation and raises questions about living in harsh places.

Key Takeaway

Adapt and question your environment.

Themes

resilience environment adaptation

Mood

determined reflective

Type

narrative descriptive

When to use this quote

  • mountain climbing
  • polar expeditions
  • extreme sports
  • living in cold climates

Key Concepts

survival human endurance

Questions to Reflect On

  • What motivates people to endure extreme conditions?
  • How do you prepare mentally for harsh environments?
A Different Perspective

Adaptation may be limited by resources and health risks.

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