Books Quote by Daphne du Maurier
““What a bore! Especially when the day had gone so well. She had no desire to read or listen to records. His taste would be like her father’s, old Peter Cheyneys and John Buchans, he used to read them over and over again. And music of the lighter sort, probably South Pacific. The steward brought in her tea, and this time there were cherry jam and scones, freshly baked, what’s more. She wolfed the lot. Then she pottered around the room, inspecting the shelves. No Peter Cheyney, no John Buchan, endless books on Ireland, which she expected anyway, Yeats forever, Synge, A.E., a volume on the Abbey Theatre.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Rebecca, Daphne du Maurier, 1938
A character's boredom and narrow tastes contrast with the narrator's richer cultural interests.
In simple terms: Boredom versus cultural depth.
Key Takeaway
Embrace diverse experiences.
Themes
boredom
culture
literature
Mood
contemplative
nostalgic
Type
literary
observational
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- reading habits
- cultural exposure
Key Concepts
taste
class
literary preferences
Questions to Reflect On
- What expands your cultural palate?
- How do you balance comfort with new experiences?
A Different Perspective
Taste can be limited by upbringing.
