It is true I wished to escape; and so I wish still; is not this lawful for all prisoners?
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- She argues that wishing to escape prison is natural and lawful for any prisoner.
- In plain terms
- Wanting to escape prison is normal for everyone.
- What can you take from it?
- Desire for freedom is a universal human right.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is escape justified?
- Who defines lawful behavior?
Another view
Legal systems may not view escape wishes as lawful.
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