Forehead Quote by L.M. Montgomery
““His face just looks like one of those long, narrow stones in the graveyard, doesn't it? 'Sacred to the memory' ought to be written on his forehead.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Anne of Green Gables, 1908
She likens a man's expression to a graveyard stone, suggesting a solemn, perhaps mournful appearance.
In simple terms: His face looks grave and solemn.
Key Takeaway
Notice subtle non‑verbal cues.
Themes
appearance
perception
mortality
Mood
poetic
descriptive
Type
literary
observational
When to use this quote
- meeting new people
- reading facial expressions
- writing character descriptions
Key Concepts
symbolism
visual metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this description reveal about the narrator’s mood?
- How might such imagery affect reader empathy?
A Different Perspective
Risk of over‑interpretation.
