Quote by Jane Yolen

Part of her revolted against the insanity of the rules. Part of her was grateful. In a world of chaos, any guidelines helped. And she knew that each day she remained alive, . One plus one plus one. The Devil's arithmetic...


Part of her revolted against the insanity of the rules. Part

Summary

This quote reflects the inner conflict experienced by the protagonist towards societal rules and guidelines. While part of her revolts against the absurdity of these rules, she also acknowledges their importance for survival in a chaotic world. The phrase "one plus one plus one" symbolizes the notion that each day alive is a precious accumulation of moments. The reference to "The Devil's arithmetic" suggests that life can be challenging and unpredictable but should still be treasured.

By Jane Yolen
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