Faces Quote by Steven Erikson
““She'd seen them them all before, those faces. She knew them all, knew the sound of their voices, sounds mired in human emotions, sounds clear and pure with thought, and sounds wavering in that chasm between the two. Is this, she wondered, my legacy? And one day I'll be just one more of those faces, frozen in death and wonder.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Malazan Book of the Fallen, 2000s
The narrator reflects on how personal identity blends with collective memory, questioning what remains as a lasting imprint after death.
In simple terms: She wonders about her lasting impact among many faces.
Key Takeaway
Consider how your actions shape your legacy.
Themes
identity
memory
legacy
mortality
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
philosophical
literary
When to use this quote
- personal reflection
- writing
- public speaking
Key Concepts
collective consciousness
human emotion
existential reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to leave a personal mark?
- How do we reconcile individuality with shared experience?
A Different Perspective
Legacy may be fleeting and indistinguishable.
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