Quote by Richard Russo

I think that if people are instructed about anything, it should be about the nature of cruelty. And about why people behave so cruelly to each other. And what kind of satisfactions they derive from it. And why there is always a cost, and a price to be paid.


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Summary

This quote highlights the importance of educating people about cruelty and its underlying causes. By understanding the nature of cruelty, individuals can develop empathy and a deeper awareness of the motivations behind such behaviors. It emphasizes the necessity of examining the gratifications people attain from inflicting harm upon others. Additionally, the quote reminds us that cruelty always carries a consequence and a price to be paid, implying that awareness of these repercussions can act as a deterrent to such behavior.

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Nature
By Richard Russo
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