Time Quote by Steven Erikson
““When we speak of ancient times, Rud Elalle, we find in our words things far nearer to hand, and all those emotions we imagined new, blazing with our youth, we find to be ancient beyond imagining.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Malazan Book of the Fallen, 2000‑2011
The quote reflects how past narratives feel immediate and vivid, yet their true age stretches beyond our imagination, highlighting the fluidity of memory and history.
In simple terms: Past feels close yet is far older.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the depth of history in present emotions.
Themes
memory
history
perception
time
imagination
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- Studying history
- reading literature
- reflecting on personal past
- teaching history
Key Concepts
Narrative
temporal perception
emotional resonance
Questions to Reflect On
- How does personal experience shape our view of ancient events?
- What does this say about the reliability of memory?
A Different Perspective
Our modern perspective can distort true temporal scale.
