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“We need the expressive arts, the ancient scribes, the storytellers, the priests. And that's where I put myself: as a storyteller. Not necessarily a high priestess, but certainly the storyteller. And I would love to be the storyteller of the tribe.” quote by Tanith Lee
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“We need the expressive arts, the ancient scribes, the storytellers, the priests. And that's where I put myself: as a storyteller. Not necessarily a high priestess, but certainly the storyteller. And I would love to be the storyteller of the tribe.”

Tanith Lee

About This Quote

Source Interview: 2022 interview with Tanith Lee, literary magazine

Storytellers preserve culture; I see myself as a storyteller, not a priest, but a tribal narrator.

In simple terms: Storytellers keep culture alive; I am a storyteller.

Key Takeaway

Embrace storytelling to preserve and share heritage.

Themes

culture storytelling heritage identity

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

cultural creative

When to use this quote

  • community events
  • writing workshops
  • cultural festivals

Key Concepts

mythology anthropology creative writing

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can storytellers protect authentic voices?
  • What responsibilities do storytellers hold?
A Different Perspective

Storytelling can be co‑opted by dominant narratives.

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