Coming home Quote by John Masefield
“It is too maddening. I've got to fly off, right now, to some devilish navy yard, three hours in a seasick steamer, and after being heartily sick, I'll have to speak three times, and then I'll be sick coming home. Still, who would not be sick for England?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Midnight Folk, 1927
The speaker describes severe physical discomfort yet feels compelled by patriotism to endure it for his country.
In simple terms: Patriotism drives endurance despite illness.
Key Takeaway
Serve despite personal hardship.
Themes
patriotism
duty
sacrifice
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
motivational
historical
When to use this quote
- military service
- medical emergencies
- long journeys
- public speaking
Key Concepts
nationalism
war
personal resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- What sacrifices are truly necessary for a cause?
- How can one balance duty with self‑care?
A Different Perspective
It may romanticize suffering and ignore health risks.
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