Quotes by Edith Bancroft

“Yes, I hear that people who suffer from brain damage are quite happy. That's what I always wanted for you, Edith: for you to be happy, no matter how many blows to the head it takes.””

“Iren looked the Captain and first mate up and down, taking in Edith’s split lip, the gory stains on her tattered scarf and the Captain’s shirt, the sling that pinned her mighty arm to her breast, the gash of blood on his forehead, the glowing dust that frosted them from hat to boot, and the strong smell of smoke wafting from their clothes. “How was the zoo?” she asked.””

“Examining herself in the mirror, Edith felt disassociated from what she saw. Her new arm was as drab as a washtub. All the finery and flourishes were gone, replaced by bulky plates and a pauldron that would never fit in a sleeve. It was larger than her previous engine almost by half. “It’s different, isn’t it?” Voleta said, her image appearing in the mirror behind Edith.””

“But if I refused to engage anyone who I found the least bit detestable, corrupt, or stupid, I'd never work with anyone. Nothing would get done. The inability to compromise isn't a sign of "-- she spoke the phrase with haughty emphasis--"it's a sign of immaturity. You know who can't be bargained with? Little children and madmen."(Edith)””

“More importantly, they like you for feeding it to them. And what will you do when the loaf is gone? Steal another or disappoint your friends in the stable? Stolen affection is a bitter investment, Edith. It is a cream that always sours.””