Marry Quote by Tim Powers
““As soon as I get a ship that can take to the open seas, I'm going to find and rescue and - if there's any worth in me - marry the only woman in whom I can see both a body and a face, and with whom I need not resign one or the other of my own.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Anubis Gates by Tim Powers, 1983
The speaker longs for adventure and love, seeking a partner who embodies both physical and emotional connection, without compromise.
In simple terms: Seeking adventure and love without compromise.
Key Takeaway
Pursue both adventure and true partnership.
Themes
adventure
love
identity
commitment
Mood
yearning
hopeful
Type
romantic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- seafaring quests
- search for soulmate
- personal growth
- balancing desire and duty
Key Concepts
romantic idealism
self‑actualization
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “both a body and a face” mean to you?
- Can love truly be without compromise?
A Different Perspective
Romantic idealism may overlook practical realities of such a partnership.
