Hangover Quote by John Dickson Carr
““Alan Campbell opened one eye. From somewhere in remote distances, muffled beyond sight or sound, his soul crawled back painfully, through subterranean corridors, up into his body again. Toward the last it moved to a cacophony of hammers and lights. Then he was awake. The first eye was bad enough. But, when he opened his second eye, such as rush of anguish flowed through his brain that he hastily closed them again.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Black Lizard, 1935
Opening a second eye brings overwhelming anguish, suggesting that deeper perception can be painful and overwhelming.
In simple terms: Seeing more can hurt.
Key Takeaway
Balance curiosity with self‑care.
Themes
perception
pain
knowledge
awakening
Mood
dark
intense
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- research
- self‑reflection
- trauma recovery
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
sensory overload
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the “second eye” symbolize for you?
- When does seeking truth become harmful?
A Different Perspective
Too much insight may cause distress.
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