America Quote by Stephen Vincent Benet
“Remember that when you say "I will have non of this exile and this stranger for his face is not like my face and his speech is strange," you have denied America with that word.”
About This Quote
Source Short Story: “The Devil and Daniel Webster” by Stephen Vincent Benet, 1936
The speaker rejects a word that would label him an exile, emphasizing identity and alienation.
In simple terms: He refuses a label that makes him feel alien.
Key Takeaway
Guard your self‑definition.
Themes
identity
alienation
language
Mood
thoughtful
somber
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- immigration
- cultural displacement
- personal identity
Key Concepts
sociolinguistics
self‑concept
Questions to Reflect On
- How do labels affect self‑perception?
- Can rejecting a label empower you?
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