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“That was a thing of which he as yet had no knowing.” quote by Stephen King
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““That was a thing of which he as yet had no knowing.””

Stephen King

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Dark Tower, 2003

A character lacks awareness of a crucial fact, highlighting ignorance’s role in narrative tension.

In simple terms: A character doesn’t know something important.

Key Takeaway

Seek knowledge before acting.

Themes

ignorance knowledge storytelling

Mood

mysterious thought‑provoking

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • mystery novels
  • character arcs
  • learning moments

Key Concepts

epistemology character development plot tension

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the unknown create in a story?
  • How does awareness change a character’s path?
A Different Perspective

Ignorance can be purposeful for suspense.

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