Boredom Quote by Jeanette Winterson
“Her butler opened it for her. His name was Boredom. She said, 'Boredom, fetch me a plaything.' He said 'Very good ma'am,' and putting on his white gloves so that fingerprints would not show he tapped at my heart and I thought he said his name was Love.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Passion, 1987
A whimsical person personifies boredom as a servant, blurring lines between monotony and love, highlighting how routine can mask deeper feelings
In simple terms: Boredom can masquerade as love in daily life
Key Takeaway
Recognize the hidden emotions behind routine actions
Themes
imagination
identity
love
Mood
playful
thought‑provoking
Type
literary
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- daily chores
- relationships
- creative writing
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
personification
psychology
literary device
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the 'boredom' character reveal about desire?
- How can routine hide true feelings?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may oversimplify complex emotions
