Forget Quote by John Fowles
“If you forget everything else about me, please remember this. I walked down that street and I never looked back and I love you. I love you. I love you so much that I shall hate you for ever for today.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Collector, 1963
The narrator expresses intense, conflicted love, mixing devotion with a desire for retribution.
In simple terms: He loves deeply but also feels hatred.
Key Takeaway
Recognize love's complexity.
Themes
love
obsession
conflict
Mood
passionate
conflicted
Type
literary
emotional
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- personal reflection
- creative writing
Key Concepts
psychology
emotional intensity
Questions to Reflect On
- Can love be both tender and vengeful?
- How does obsession shape perception?
A Different Perspective
Love can coexist with resentment and pain.
