[Caspian]'You can say what you like, Reepicheep. There are some things no man can face.' 'It is, then, my good fortune not to be a man,' replied Reepicheep with a very stiff bow. (ch. 12)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Reepicheep boasts that his gender makes him braver than men, facing what men cannot.
- In plain terms
- Reepicheep says he is braver than men because he is not a man.
- What can you take from it?
- Challenge assumptions about gender and courage.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does gender affect courage?
- Who defies expectations?
Another view
Uses gender stereotypes to make a point about bravery.
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