Crimes Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
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““In the immediate nearness of the gold, all else had been forgotten [...], and I could not doubt that he hoped to seize upon the treasure, find and board the Hispanola under cover of night, cut every honest throat about that island, and sail away as he had at first intended, laden with crimes and riches.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson, 1883
A pirate’s greed drives him to violent plans, showing how wealth can corrupt and blind moral judgment.
In simple terms: Wealth can corrupt and lead to violence.
Key Takeaway
Beware letting greed override conscience.
Themes
greed
corruption
violence
ambition
Mood
dark
cautionary
Type
literary
dramatic
When to use this quote
- seafaring raids
- treasure hunts
- crime planning
- leadership decisions
Key Concepts
moral decay
power
piracy
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives a person to betray others for riches?
- How can societies guard against greed?
A Different Perspective
The quote glorifies piracy without condemning it.
