Ankh Quote by Susanna Clarke
““He said, "Were he only like his sister—what a difference that would make! For there never was such a sweet and gentle lady! I hear her footsteps, as she goes about the world. I hear the swish-swish-swish of her silken gown and the jingle-jangle of the silver chain about her neck. Her smile is full of comfort and her eyes are kind and happy! How I long to see her!" "Who, sir?" asked Paramore, puzzled. "Why, his sister, John. His sister.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell, 2004
The narrator longs for an idealized, gentle sister, highlighting yearning for comfort and kindness in a harsh world.
In simple terms: Longing for a gentle, comforting sister.
Key Takeaway
Seek kindness in relationships.
Themes
longing
idealization
family
comfort
gender
nostalgia
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
reflective
Type
literary
emotional
philosophical
When to use this quote
- grieving loss
- seeking companionship
- appreciating gentle traits
- reflecting on gender expectations
- finding comfort in memory
Key Concepts
Romanticism
idealized femininity
emotional yearning
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities do you cherish in loved ones?
- How does idealizing affect real relationships?
A Different Perspective
The ideal may be unattainable, leading to disappointment.
