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Astronomy Quote by Robert W. Chambers

“This is the thing that troubles me, for I cannot forget Carcosa where black stars hang in the heavens; where the shadows of men's thoughts lengthen in the afternoon, when the twin suns sink into the lake of Hali; and my mind will bear for ever the memory of the Pallid Mask.” quote by Robert W. Chambers
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““This is the thing that troubles me, for I cannot forget Carcosa where black stars hang in the heavens; where the shadows of men's thoughts lengthen in the afternoon, when the twin suns sink into the lake of Hali; and my mind will bear for ever the memory of the Pallid Mask.””

Robert W. Chambers

About This Quote

Source Short story: “The King in Yellow” by Robert W. Chambers, 1895

A haunting memory of an otherworldly realm that lingers, symbolizing the power of unsettling imagination.

In simple terms: A strange place haunts the mind forever.

Key Takeaway

Beware of consuming disturbing narratives.

Themes

myth memory psychology

Mood

eerie thought‑provoking

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • creative writing
  • dream analysis
  • artistic inspiration

Key Concepts

cosmic horror literary symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What draws you to dark fantasies?
  • How can you channel this imagination healthily?
A Different Perspective

Obsessive focus can impair mental health.

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