Tell me of this Wizard Howl of yours". Sophie's teeth chattered but she said proudly, "He's the best wizard in Ingary or anywhere else. If he'd only had time, he would have defeated that djinn. And he's sly and selfish and vain as a peacock and cowardly, and you can't pin him down to anything.Diana Wynne Jones
About This Quote
This quote is said by Sophie in response to Bilbo's question asking about the Wizard Howl. She starts by saying that he is the best wizard in Ingary, which is the capital of the Shire. She then admits that he would also be quite good at defeating the great djinn if he had time to prepare for it. Sophie's brother, the Master, has the greatest respect for this wizard and believes that he could very easily defeat him. Being sly and selfish, she adds that it is impossible to get him to say anything definite about himself or his personal characteristics.
Source: Castle In The Air
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