Conan Quote by Robert E. Howard
“I never saw a man fight as Conan fought. He put his back to the courtyard wall, and before they overpowered him the dead men were strewn in heaps thigh-deep about him. But at last they dragged him down, a hundred against one.”
About This Quote
Source Short Story: "The Frost-Giant's Daughter", 1932
A lone warrior faces overwhelming odds with fierce resolve.
In simple terms: Bravery against massive odds.
Key Takeaway
Stand firm even when outnumbered.
Themes
courage
resilience
heroism
Mood
defiant
intense
Type
literary
historical
When to use this quote
- battlefield
- legal battles
- personal crises
Key Concepts
overcoming adversity
self-sacrifice
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner strengths help you face overwhelming challenges?
- When have you felt outnumbered but persisted?
A Different Perspective
Physical strength alone may not win; strategy matters.
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