I write better in Cape Breton... too many people around in…
“I write better in Cape Breton... too many people around in Ontario. Down there I meet all sorts of non-human people, but they don't bother me, and I don't feel I have to apologize on behalf of my species quite so often.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The author prefers writing in Cape Breton over Ontario due to fewer people and encounters with non‑human beings, feeling less apologetic about humanity.
In simple terms: Prefers solitude and alien encounters in Cape Breton.
Seek environments that inspire creativity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- travel
- personal reflection
- literature
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does environment shape your work?
- What does “non‑human” mean to you?
Isolation may limit collaboration.