Night Woke Quote by Lawrence Durrell
““One night he woke to the soughing of great wings and saw a bat-like creature with the head of a violin resting upon the bedrail.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Alexandria Quartet, 1957
A vivid, surreal image evokes mystery and imagination, blending reality with fantasy.
In simple terms: A bat‑violin creature appears.
Notice how imagination reshapes perception.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- creative writing
- art criticism
- dream analysis
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions does the image stir?
- How does surrealism affect storytelling?
Such imagery may confuse readers seeking literal meaning.