Good people Quote by Isak Dinesen
“I beg of you, you good people who want to hear stories told: look at this page and recognize the wisdom of my grandmother and of all old story-telling women!”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Storytelling Advocacy, unknown date
Encourages listeners to value the wisdom of older women storytellers.
In simple terms: Respect elder storytellers.
Key Takeaway
Listen and learn from them.
Themes
heritage
storytelling
gender
wisdom
Mood
respectful
inspirational
Type
cultural
educational
When to use this quote
- community gatherings
- education curricula
- media representation
Key Concepts
cultural transmission
intergenerational knowledge
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we amplify all elder storytellers?
- What modern platforms can preserve their tales?
A Different Perspective
May overlook diverse voices beyond gendered narratives.
