The Silver Chair Good Versus Evil Quotes

How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Page)

Quote #1

[Jill] didn't mind in the least standing on the edge of a precipice. She was rather annoyed with Scrubb for pulling her back—"just as if I was a kid," she said—and she wrenched her hand out of his. When she saw how very white he had turned, she despised him. (1.15)

Jill is still having miserable, selfish thoughts because she's just left Experiment House. She's not yet willing to admit what a horrible person she's being, but the appearance of Aslan will put an end to her unjust thoughts—no one can stand in his presence and justify wicked behavior.

Quote #2

And she was tall and great, shining, and wrapped in a thin garment as green as poison. And the Prince stared at her like a man out of his wits. But suddenly the lady was gone, Drinian knew not where; and they two returned to Cair Paravel. It stuck in Drinian's mind that this shining green woman was evil. (4.60)

One of Lewis' strong points as a children's writer is that he doesn't mind telling his readers how it is. Though the lady in green is beautiful, there is also no doubt that she's up to no good. Drinian's impression of the place and Rilian's odd behavior help him get an accurate reading on the nature of the lady.

Quote #3

"This road leads to the burgh and castle of Harfang, where dwell the gentle giants. They are as mild, civil, prudent, and courteous as those of Ettinsmoor are foolish, fierce, savage, and given to all beastliness." (6.89)

Though Puddleglum suspects it, the children don't yet understand that this beautiful, delightful creature really has wickedness in her soul and intends nothing but evil for them. However, their hardships on Ettinsmoor have made them susceptible to her charms and exposed them to danger when they expected help.