Around the corner Quote by Freya Stark
“Whoever designed this frigging map was having a laugh. Just around the corner, my arse.”
About This Quote
Source Travelogue: The Valleys of the Assyrian Frontier, 1935
The speaker finds the map absurdly inaccurate, highlighting the frustration of navigating poorly drawn charts.
In simple terms: Maps can be misleading and cause annoyance.
Key Takeaway
Check multiple sources before trusting a map.
Themes
frustration
navigation
accuracy
Mood
irritated
skeptical
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- road trips
- hiking
- urban exploration
- emergency planning
Key Concepts
cartography
perception
expectation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you verify a map’s reliability?
- What alternatives exist when a map fails?
A Different Perspective
Maps may be outdated or intentionally vague.
