Make believe Quote by David Szalay
““He likes it. The fairy-tale topography of the town. A make-believe world of walled gardens. The quietness of summer. The stone-floored lodge and the deferential porter. Yes, a make-believe world, like something imagined by a shy child. Somewhere to hide. Dreaming spires.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Urban Dreamscape, 2015
A town’s fairy‑tale atmosphere offers a hidden, childlike refuge where one can dream and escape reality.
In simple terms: Imaginary towns provide safe escape spaces.
Seek imaginative refuges for inspiration.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- travel
- mental health retreats
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your personal refuge look like?
- How can imagination aid problem‑solving?
Escapes may hinder confronting reality.