Mr Crawford Quote by Thomas Harris
““They had me taking the fall for the raid, Mr. Crawford. For Evelda Drumgo’s death, all of it. They were like hyenas and then suddenly it stopped and they slunk away. Something drove them off.” “Maybe you have an angel, Starling.” “Maybe I do. What did it cost you, Mr. Crawford?””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris, 1988
The speaker feels betrayed and haunted by past violence, seeking redemption or understanding.
In simple terms: Betrayal haunts and seeks redemption.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge past hurts to move forward.
Themes
betrayal
violence
redemption
Mood
somber
intense
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- therapy
- legal testimony
- personal healing
Key Concepts
psychology
guilt
justice
Questions to Reflect On
- What does forgiveness look like for the betrayed?
- Can confronting the past truly heal?
A Different Perspective
The narrative may romanticize trauma.
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