Books Quote by James M. Barrie
“Times have changed since a certain author was executed for murdering his publisher. They say that when the author was on the scaffold he said good-bye to the minister and to the reporters, and then he saw some publishers sitting in the front row below, and to them he did not say good-bye. He said instead, "I'll see you again."”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Peter Pan by J. M. Barrie, 1911
An executed author bids farewell to some but promises to meet others again, implying lingering influence beyond death.
In simple terms: Even in death, one can promise future encounters.
Key Takeaway
Consider lasting impact of words.
Themes
death
legacy
promise
Mood
reflective
somber
Type
literary
historical
When to use this quote
- literary criticism
- historical analysis
- ethical debate
- memorial practices
Key Concepts
mortality
authorial influence
Questions to Reflect On
- Does the anecdote reflect truth?
- How does legacy survive after death?
A Different Perspective
The story may be apocryphal, questioning authenticity.
