Classic Quote by Edgar Rice Burroughs
““As a mistress, death seemed lacking in many essentials. Therefore, I decided not to die.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Moon Pool”, 1919
A mistress of death chooses life, rejecting death's emptiness and embracing existence.
In simple terms: Choosing life over death.
Key Takeaway
Value life despite fear of death.
Themes
mortality
choice
existence
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- facing terminal illness
- making life decisions
- writing about mortality
- spiritual counseling
Key Concepts
philosophical existentialism
agency
death acceptance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “death lacking essentials” mean to you?
- How can one find purpose when confronting mortality?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize death; not address suffering.
