Quote by Charles Dickens

It was a good thing to have a couple of thousand people all rigid and frozen together, in the palm of one's hand.

It was a good thing to have a couple of thousand people all

Summary

This quote implies that the speaker derives satisfaction from having control and power over a large group of people. They feel a sense of accomplishment and enjoyment knowing that they possess the ability to command the collective attention and obedience of many individuals. The use of the words "rigid" and "frozen" suggests that these people are utterly immobilized and under the speaker's influence, emphasizing their complete submission and vulnerability. Overall, the quote highlights the speaker's pleasure in holding dominion over others.

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By Charles Dickens

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