never let me go quotes and analysis Flashcards
“Shadows… less than human” [Prejudice / Creation]
→ The clones are kept in societal darkness, literally and metaphorically. “Less than human” dehumanises them and justifies their treatment, showing how euphemism masks cruelty.
“There are people out there… who dread the idea of your hand brushing against theirs” [Inequality / Prejudice]
Dehumanisation of the clones is evident here — they’re seen as physically repulsive, almost contagious. The visceral image of disgust emphasises how deeply prejudice is embedded in society.
“Poor creatures. What did we do to you?” [Responsibility / Injustice]
Miss Emily’s rhetorical question conveys guilt and shared blame. It’s a rare moment where society acknowledges their wrongdoing, though the use of “creatures” still otherises the clones.
“Your lives have been set out for you” [Creation / Responsibility]
Reflects the fatalism imposed on the clones. They are denied agency from birth, reinforcing their status as tools for society rather than individuals, and showing how control over life can become dehumanising.
“Even the solitude, I’ve grown to quite like…” [Isolation]
Kathy expresses a melancholic acceptance of isolation, highlighting how loneliness is normalised in her life. Her comfort in isolation contrasts the Monster’s anguish, showing different reactions to abandonment.
