Adventure Quote by Lloyd Alexander
““I believe you know my quest from its beginning to its end, and that I seed to learn my parentage. "Parentage?" said Orddu. "Nothing easier. Choose any parents you please. Since none of you has ever known each other, what difference can it possibly make - to them or to you? Believe what you like. You'll be surprised how comforting it is.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Chronicles of Prydain, The Book of Three, 1964
The passage suggests that identity is fluid; one can choose origins or parents, and such choices may be comforting despite lack of factual basis.
In simple terms: Identity can be chosen and may bring comfort even if not factual.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the freedom to define your own origins.
Themes
identity
choice
comfort
fiction
self‑definition
Mood
thoughtful
imaginative
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal growth
- creative writing
- role‑playing games
- self‑exploration
Key Concepts
Narrative flexibility
psychology
mythology
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you choose as your “parents” if you could?
- How does imagined lineage affect self‑esteem?
A Different Perspective
Choosing arbitrary origins may ignore real heritage and consequences.
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