Dead people Quote by Stephanie Perkins
““Wow. See? You can’t say that’s not impressive.” I recognize the names, even if I don’t know what they all did. “I didn’t.” He reaches for his wallet and pays our admission charge. I try to get it—since it was my idea in the first place—but he insists. “Happy Thanksgiving,” he says, handing me my ticket. “Let’s see some dead people.” We’re greeted by an unimaginable number of domes and columns and arches. Everything is huge and round.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han, 2009
The narrator observes awe and gratitude in a surreal, grand setting, highlighting the mix of wonder and ordinary generosity.
In simple terms: Seeing something huge and feeling grateful.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate moments of awe.
Themes
wonder
gratitude
generosity
surrealism
Mood
curious
reflective
warm
Type
narrative
descriptive
When to use this quote
- visiting a museum
- receiving a gift
- celebrating a holiday
- experiencing art
- sharing a story
Key Concepts
perception
social interaction
hospitality
Questions to Reflect On
- What moments make you feel both amazed and humbled?
- How does generosity affect your perception of wonder?
A Different Perspective
The quote mixes sarcasm and sincerity, making true sentiment unclear.
