Cheaply Quote by Roger Zelazny
““Trouble can be purchased cheaply, though the refund may be more than you can bear.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Roadmarks, Roger Zelazny, 1975
Trouble can be bought cheaply, but its consequences may be costly, warning against short‑term fixes.
In simple terms: Cheap trouble leads to expensive consequences.
Key Takeaway
Consider long‑term effects before acting.
Themes
risk
consequences
economics
Mood
cautionary
analytical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- business decisions
- personal relationships
- investment
- legal matters
Key Concepts
philosophy
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What cheap solutions have backfired?
- How can you evaluate hidden costs?
A Different Perspective
Short‑term gains can be tempting despite risks.
