Bast Quote by Patrick Rothfuss
““Maple. Maypole Catch and carry. Ash and Ember. Elderberry. Woolen. Woman. Moon at night. Willow. Window. Candlelight. Fallow farrow. Ash and oak. Bide and borrow. Chimney smoke. Barrel. Barley. Stone and stave. Wind and water. Misbehave.Maple. Maypole Catch and carry. Ash and Ember. Elderberry. Woolen. Woman. Moon at night. Willow. Window. Candlelight. Fallow farrow. Ash and oak. Bide and borrow. Chimney smoke. Barrel. Barley. Stone and stave. Wind and water. Misbehave.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Kingkiller Chronicle, The Wise Man's Fear, 2011
A rhythmic list of natural and domestic images evokes cycles of life, labor, and hidden mischief, suggesting a world where ordinary and magical intertwine.
In simple terms: Images of nature and daily life hint at hidden chaos.
Key Takeaway
Notice the blend of the mundane and the mysterious.
Themes
nature
myth
ritual
craft
balance
Mood
contemplative
enigmatic
Type
poetic
lyative
When to use this quote
- storytelling
- ritual practice
- creative writing
- visual arts
Key Concepts
Symbolism
repetition
folk tradition
Questions to Reflect On
- What emotions do these images stir?
- How does repetition affect meaning?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation can be overly literal, missing poetic nuance.
![“I'll send a boy round to [the crazy farmer] Martin's and ask him to come by with a couple bottles." "Get five or six," Bast said. "It's getting cold at night. Winter's coming." The innkeeper smiled. "I'm sure Martin will be flattered.” quote by Patrick Rothfuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/c38/patrick-rothfuss-145_bast_i-ll-send-a-boy-round-to-the-crazy-farme_3091882.jpg)
