Above Quote by Madison Smartt Bell
“I had a house in Haiti, in the hills above the North Atlantic coast. The house appeared as if out of a dream: my dream to have a foothold in the country. Like many concepts do in Haiti, the phrase 'pied a terre' became literal, material.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Devil's Highway by Madison Smartt Bell, 1995
The narrator describes a dreamlike house in Haiti, symbolizing a personal foothold and literalizing 'pied a terre'.
In simple terms: A dream house in Haiti becomes a real foothold.
Key Takeaway
Seek tangible foundations for aspirations.
Themes
dreams
place
identity
realization
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- building a home
- establishing roots
- cultural immersion
Key Concepts
personal ambition
colonial legacy
Questions to Reflect On
- What does a 'pied a terre' represent for you?
- How do dreams shape your sense of belonging?
A Different Perspective
Dreams may clash with harsh realities.
