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“I wrote this book for the ghosts, who, because they're outside of time, are the only ones with time. After the last rereading (just now), I realize that time isn't the only thing that matters, time isn't the only source of terror. Pleasure can be terrifying too, and so can courage.” quote by Roberto Bolaño
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““I wrote this book for the ghosts, who, because they're outside of time, are the only ones with time. After the last rereading (just now), I realize that time isn't the only thing that matters, time isn't the only source of terror. Pleasure can be terrifying too, and so can courage.””

Roberto Bolaño

About This Quote

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

Time is not the sole source of fear; pleasure and courage also provoke terror.

In simple terms: Time isn’t the only terror.

Key Takeaway

Recognize multiple sources of fear.

Themes

fear pleasure courage

Mood

thoughtful introspective

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • reading literature
  • creative writing
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

existential dread psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • What pleasures frighten you?
  • How does courage confront terror?
A Different Perspective

Pleasure can be unsettling, complicating simple narratives.

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