Common people Quote by Sarah Waters
““Mr Bliss looked grave. 'Your brother was very sensible to warn you, Miss Astley - but sadly misinformed. There are no trams in Trafalgur Square - only buses and hansoms, and broughams like our own. Trams are for common people; you should have to go quite as far as Kilburn, I'm afraid, or Camden Town, in order to by struck by a tram””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tipping the Velvet by Sarah Waters, 1998
A character warns that public transport choices affect safety, implying that certain modes are riskier for certain routes.
In simple terms: Transport choices affect safety; some routes are riskier.
Key Takeaway
Consider safer travel options.
Themes
transport
safety
urban life
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
advice
observational
When to use this quote
- commuting
- tourism
- night travel
- urban navigation
Key Concepts
social class
risk assessment
city planning
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you assume safety based on transport type?
- How do transport options shape urban experiences?
A Different Perspective
The claim may be based on outdated stereotypes about transport.
