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“My traveller friends and I came home to roost about midnight and before turning into sleep had coffee in the lounge ... There was a group of Iranian refugees squatting on the floor not far from us, and I could see that one of them was eavesdropping on our conversation. Presently he came over. 'You…” quote by J. Aelwyn Roberts
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““My traveller friends and I came home to roost about midnight and before turning into sleep had coffee in the lounge ... There was a group of Iranian refugees squatting on the floor not far from us, and I could see that one of them was eavesdropping on our conversation. Presently he came over. 'You talk ghosts,' he said, 'Please may we come and listen to your talk?””

J. Aelwyn Roberts

About This Quote

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

A refugee eavesdrops on a conversation about ghosts, highlighting curiosity across cultures.

In simple terms: People seek stories beyond borders.

Key Takeaway

Listen and share stories respectfully.

Themes

culture communication empathy

Mood

curious empathetic

Type

narrative reflective

When to use this quote

  • travel
  • social gatherings
  • community events

Key Concepts

refugee experience storytelling cross‑cultural exchange

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you welcome strangers?
  • What stories bridge cultural gaps?
A Different Perspective

Power dynamics may affect openness; safety concerns.

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