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Lost souls Quote by Meg Rosoff

“It might cause considerable surprise to the informed observer (who does not exist) to note that Mr B's eyes begin to fill with tears. They overflow and spill down along the deep soft creases of his careworn face as he sits very still in the centre of the unstill world and weeps rivers of salty…” quote by Meg Rosoff
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““It might cause considerable surprise to the informed observer (who does not exist) to note that Mr B's eyes begin to fill with tears. They overflow and spill down along the deep soft creases of his careworn face as he sits very still in the centre of the unstill world and weeps rivers of salty water for all the lost souls, including his own.””

Meg Rosoff

About This Quote

Source Short story: “The Unstill World” by Meg Rosoff, 2015

A man’s hidden grief surfaces, showing that even in a chaotic world, personal sorrow can be profound and visible.

In simple terms: Hidden grief appears amid chaos.

Key Takeaway

Acknowledge and express deep emotions.

Themes

grief visibility chaos

Mood

somber empathetic

Type

literary emotional

When to use this quote

  • therapy sessions
  • artistic expression
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

emotional honesty vulnerability human connection

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this reveal about the need to share pain?
  • How can we support others silently suffering?
A Different Perspective

Might romanticize suffering without offering coping strategies.

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