Children Quote by John Wyndham
““Something entirely unexpected happened to Bert. Yesterday he had seen her as a child grown up, today it was different. There was a pain in his chest and a hammering, the skin on his temples felt oddly tight, his hand trembled so that he almost dropped the bar he was holding. He leaned back against the wheel, staring at her but unable to speak. A long time seemed to pass before he could say anything, and the words sounded clumsy in his own ears. What””
About This Quote
Source Short story fragment, 1950s (likely from "The Lost Machine" or similar)
The passage describes an unexpected, intense emotional reaction that leaves the character speechless and physically unsettled.
In simple terms: Unexpected strong emotion leaves him speechless.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and process sudden emotional surges.
Themes
emotion
shock
communication
physiology
conflict
Mood
anxious
intense
Type
narrative
reflective
When to use this quote
- personal crisis
- first encounter
- high‑stress situations
Key Concepts
psychology
human reaction
narrative tension
Questions to Reflect On
- What triggers such sudden emotional spikes?
- How can one regain composure quickly?
A Different Perspective
Emotions can impair speech and motor control.
