Quote by Orson Scott Card

Was his very boyishness the reason he was chosen? In that case, was it not a virtue to be admired, and not a failing to be despised?

Was his very boyishness the reason he was chosen? In that ca

Summary

This quote raises the question of whether the protagonist's young and boyish appearance played a role in his selection for a particular task or role. It challenges the perspective that being youthful or resembling a child is inherently negative or something to be looked down upon. Instead, it suggests that such qualities should be considered as virtues worthy of admiration rather than weaknesses to be scorned.

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Virtues

By Orson Scott Card

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