How we cite our quotes: Citations follow this format: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
The Transgressor were young and tall. They had hair of gold and eyes blue as morning. They walked to the pyre, and their step did not falter. (2.54)
The Transgressor – the guy who said the Unspeakable Word and got burned at the stake – is also tall, strong, young, and beautiful. Does this come as a surprise? And of course, he also faces his execution without fear, even with pride.
Quote #8
No single one can possess greater wisdom than the many Scholars who are elected by all men for their wisdom. Yet we can. We do. (3.7)
Equality 7-2521 has just beat out the combined mental powers of his entire society and come upon something they've never dreamed of before. The capability of an exceptional individual has triumphed over the mediocrity of the masses.
Quote #9
Our body is healthy and strength returns to it speedily. We lunged against the door and it gave way. We stole through the dark passages, and through the dark streets, and down into our tunnel. (6.26)
Equality 7-2521 is so much stronger than the average person in his society that getting out of jail is just a breeze. It only takes a single lunge to break down the door.