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“If it is possible to be homesick for the world, even places one has never been and knows one will never see, this book is the child of such homesickness.” quote by Huston Smith
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““If it is possible to be homesick for the world, even places one has never been and knows one will never see, this book is the child of such homesickness.””

Huston Smith

About This Quote

Source Book: The World as a Home, 1995

The book reflects a longing for places never visited, a homesickness for the world itself.

In simple terms: Longing for unseen places.

Key Takeaway

Embrace imagined connections.

Themes

longing imagination global perspective

Mood

nostalgic curious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • travel planning
  • cultural studies
  • creative writing
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

travel literature philosophy spirituality

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does 'homesickness for the world' mean to you?
  • How can you channel this yearning into action?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing unknown places can cause dissatisfaction with reality.

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