Book Quote by Richard Matheson
“I think What Dreams May Come is the most important (read effective) book I've written. It has caused a number of readers to lose their fear of death the finest tribute any writer could receive. ... Somewhere In Time is my favorite novel.”
About This Quote
Source Book: I Think What Dreams May Come by Richard Matheson, 1978
The author believes his novel most profoundly eases readers' fear of death, serving as a lasting tribute to his writing.
In simple terms: The book helps readers accept death.
Key Takeaway
Write works that comfort readers about mortality.
Themes
mortality
comfort
authorial legacy
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- reading groups
- grief counseling
- teaching literature
- public speaking
Key Concepts
existentialism
literary impact
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How does literature change personal beliefs about death?
- What makes a book a 'tribute' to its author?
A Different Perspective
Not all readers will find the same solace; cultural views on death vary.
