Faces Quote by Erich Segal
“What term do you employ when you speak of your progenitor?" I answered with the term I'd always wanted to employ. "Sonovabitch." "To his face?" she asked. "I never see his face." "He wears a mask?" "In a way, yes. Of stone. Of absolute stone.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Last Letter", 1978
A character adopts a provocative nickname to confront identity, using metaphorical stone masks to symbolize emotional barriers.
In simple terms: Uses a harsh nickname to explore hidden identity.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and confront personal masks.
Themes
identity
language
metaphor
psychology
self‑presentation
Mood
introspective
provocative
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- personal introspection
- creative writing
- psychological analysis
Key Concepts
nickname symbolism
stone as emotional barrier
self‑discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- What does your “mask” hide?
- How can honest dialogue replace defensive nicknames?
A Different Perspective
Harsh labels can alienate rather than reveal.
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