Made Quote by John Fante
“We talked, she and I. She asked about my work and it was a pretense, she was not interested in my work. And when I answered, it was a pretense. I was not interested in my work either. There was only one thing that interested us, and she knew it. She had made it plain by her coming.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Ask the Dust, John Fante, 1939
Both parties pretend interest in each other’s work, yet share a deeper, unspoken connection that drives their interaction.
In simple terms: They feign interest but share a hidden bond.
Key Takeaway
Recognize authentic connections beyond surface talk.
Themes
authenticity
communication
intimacy
Mood
intimate
contemplative
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- dating
- friendship
- creative collaboration
- social gatherings
Key Concepts
psychology
human behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What unspoken interests bind you to others?
- How can you move beyond pretense in conversations?
A Different Perspective
Pretending can mask true feelings, leading to misunderstandings.
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