Being real Quote by E. Nesbit
“There is a curtain, thin as gossamer, clear as glass, strong as iron, that hangs forever between the world of magic and the world that seems to us to be real.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Magic City, E. Nesbit, 1910
A delicate, strong barrier separates ordinary reality from magic, suggesting both fragility and resilience in perception.
In simple terms: A thin veil hides magic from reality.
Key Takeaway
Remain open to wonder beyond the obvious.
Themes
imagination
perception
duality
Mood
curious
inspired
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- artistic inspiration
- mindfulness practice
- education curricula
Key Concepts
Literature
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does perception shape reality?
- What can we do to notice the magical?
A Different Perspective
May be dismissed as fanciful or unrealistic.
