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“Jamie DeCurry had once proclaimed that Roland could shoot blindfolded, because he had eyes in his fingers.” quote by Stephen King
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““Jamie DeCurry had once proclaimed that Roland could shoot blindfolded, because he had eyes in his fingers.””

Stephen King

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Dark Tower III – The Waste Lands, 1991

A character is praised for extraordinary skill, metaphorically saying his hands are so adept they seem to have eyes.

In simple terms: He is extremely skilled, almost supernaturally.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and value exceptional talent.

Themes

skill talent metaphor

Mood

admiring playful

Type

literary humorous

When to use this quote

  • sports
  • music
  • craftsmanship
  • gaming
  • artistic performance

Key Concepts

hyperbole expertise

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you develop such precise abilities?
  • What does this metaphor reveal about perception?
A Different Perspective

Exaggeration may overlook effort behind skill.

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