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“I could feel the hair rising on my forearms, as though with cold, and rubbed them uneasily. Two hundred years. From 1945 to 1743; yes, near enough. And women who traveled through the rocks. Was it always women? I wondered suddenly.” quote by Diana Gabaldon
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““I could feel the hair rising on my forearms, as though with cold, and rubbed them uneasily. Two hundred years. From 1945 to 1743; yes, near enough. And women who traveled through the rocks. Was it always women? I wondered suddenly.””

Diana Gabaldon

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

A narrator senses an eerie, cold feeling while reflecting on a long time span and the presence of women in a mysterious setting.

In simple terms: A strange chill and curiosity about women in history.

Key Takeaway

Notice subtle cues of unease and ask why women appear.

Themes

mystery history gender supernatural

Mood

intrigued reflective

Type

narrative descriptive

When to use this quote

  • historical research
  • creative writing
  • film analysis
  • role‑playing games

Key Concepts

temporal distortion psychological tension female agency

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the cold symbolize?
  • Why focus on women in this context?
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The description may be overly vague, limiting clear imagery.

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