I want things to change in The Nameless City. I want the people in the city to finally have some influence over its future. We've never had that before. If there's something I can do to make this council of nations happen, I want to know about it. Don't tell me not to be worried. Tell me how to help. Faith Erin Hicks
About This Quote

This quote is from one of the characters in the novel The Nameless City. This character has just arrived in the city and is completely overwhelmed by its size and the amount of people living there. The people in the city are at best ignored, but more often than not they are treated like dirt. And with no say in their city's future, they have no way of fighting for what they believe is right.

This quote tells the reader that this character has come to understand that change can only happen when people make it happen. If he sits back and waits for others to lead, nothing will ever get done. He must initiate change on his own or he risks never realizing his dreams.

Source: The Stone Heart

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