Language Quote by Shannon Hale
““I heard a tale once,' said Isi, 'of the gifts of language. Do you know it? How in faraway places, there are people who can speak with birds or horses or rain, and some when they speak to other people have the unnatural power to persuade, their every word a kind of magic? Once in Ingridan I heard Sileph speak and wondered if he had not just walked out of that old tale.' Enna's skin tingled with an icy chill. Isi was trying to tell her something - Sileph had the gift of people-speaking. A dangerous gift, Isi had said once. When one with this gift speaks, it's not easy to resist the power of their persuasion. It's difficult not to adore them.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Goose Girl by Shannon Hale, 2009
Some possess a magical ability to persuade, making their words compelling and hard to resist.
In simple terms: Persuasive speech feels magical.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and question persuasive influence.
Themes
communication
magic
persuasion
power
danger
Mood
cautionary
thoughtful
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- political speeches
- marketing pitches
- personal relationships
- leadership debates
Key Concepts
rhetoric
charisma
psychology
ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- When is persuasive speech ethical?
- How can we protect ourselves from undue influence?
A Different Perspective
Persuasion can be manipulative and unethical.
