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“There are no tigers for us, just a city, waiting, and it loves us, in whatever ways a city can love.” quote by Catherynne M. Valente
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““There are no tigers for us, just a city, waiting, and it loves us, in whatever ways a city can love.””

Catherynne M. Valente

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Deep, 2015

The city is portrayed as a loving entity, offering comfort and belonging despite its harshness.

In simple terms: The city loves us in its own ways.

Key Takeaway

Find community and belonging in urban life.

Themes

city belonging love

Mood

hopeful nostalgic

Type

philosophical poetic

When to use this quote

  • migration
  • urban isolation
  • community building

Key Concepts

urban sociology human geography

Questions to Reflect On

  • What aspects of your city make you feel cared for?
  • How do you contribute to the city’s love?
A Different Perspective

Cities can also be alienating and oppressive.

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