Approaching Quote by Don DeLillo
““I've heard about a man and woman who are walking the length of the Great Wall of China, approaching each other from opposite directions. Every time I think of them, I see them from above., with the Wall twisting and winding through the landscape and two tiny human figures moving toward each other from remote provinces, step by step. I think this is a story of reverence for the planet, of trying to understand how we belong to the planet in a new way. And it's strange how I construct an aerial view so naturally.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: White Noise, 1985
The narrator imagines an aerial view of two people on the Great Wall, reflecting on humanity’s place in the planet.
In simple terms: Seeing humanity from a broader perspective.
Key Takeaway
Broaden your view of humanity.
Themes
environment
human connection
perspective
Mood
thoughtful
contemplative
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- travel
- environmental activism
- education
- storytelling
Key Concepts
globalism
interconnectedness
existential reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How does perspective change your sense of belonging?
- What responsibilities arise from seeing the whole?
A Different Perspective
Such visualizations can oversimplify complex cultural histories.
