--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Besides, to be fair to him, his…" description: "\"“Besides, to be fair to him, his viciousness was perhaps not innate. From his earliest steps among men he had felt, then seen himself the object of jee..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/94c/victor-hugo-32_communication_besides-to-be-fair-to-him-his-viciousnes_1482659.jpg" --- # Besides, to be fair to him, his viciousness was perhaps… ![“Besides, to be fair to him, his viciousness was perhaps not innate. From his earliest steps among men he had felt, then seen himself the object of jeers, condemnation, rejection. Human speech for him always meant mockery and curses. As he grew older he had found nothing but hatred around him. 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It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Harsh environments and ridicule can forge cruelty, turning victims into aggressors. **In simple terms:** Abuse can create viciousness. Key Takeaway Break cycles of harm. Themes suffering bullying psychology violence Mood somber thoughtful Type literary psychological When to use this quote - schools - families - prison systems - online communities Key Concepts trauma theory social learning Questions to Reflect On - What can intervene to prevent this cycle? - How does empathy alter this path? 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