War's dirty little secret is that some men love it.
Kathryn BigelowRead
Like some infernal monster, still venomous in death, a war can go on killing people for a long time after it’s all over.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Wars can have lasting effects and continue to harm people even after they officially end.
This quote by Nevil Shute emphasizes the lingering consequences of war, suggesting that its impact can persist long after the cessation of conflict. The analogy to an 'infernal monster' evokes the idea that the atrocities of war can remain toxic, affecting countless lives through trauma, unresolved conflicts, and societal disruptions.
Themes
WarConsequencesConflictDeathLingeringViolence
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech to discuss the aftermath of a recent conflict.
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