Children Quote by Robertson Davies
“All real fantasy is serious. Only faked fantasy is not serious. That is why it is so wrong to impose faked fantasy on children…”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Rebel Angels, 1981
Serious fantasy respects reality and truth, while trivial or fake fantasy lacks depth and can mislead, especially for children.
In simple terms: Real fantasy is meaningful; fake fantasy is shallow.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize authentic storytelling.
Themes
literature
children
media
ethics
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
literary
educational
When to use this quote
- parenting
- education
- creative writing
Key Concepts
authenticity
imagination
responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- What makes a fantasy “real” or “fake”?
- How should creators balance imagination with truth?
A Different Perspective
Fake fantasy can still have artistic merit, blurring the line.
