Wanted Write Quote by Truman Capote
““But the address, if it ever existed, never was sent, which made me sad, there was so much I wanted to write her: that I'd sold two stories, had read where the Trawlers were countersuing for divorce, was moving out of the brownstone because it was haunted. But mostly, I wanted to tell about her cat. I had kept my promise; I had found him. It took weeks of after-work roaming through those Spanish Harlem streets, and there were many false alarms--flashes of tiger-striped fur that, upon inspection, were not him. But one day, one cold sunshiny Sunday winter afternoon, it was. Flanked by potted plants and framed by clean lace curtains, he was seated in the window of a warm-looking room: I wondered what his name was, for I was certain he had one now, certain he'd arrived somewhere he belonged. African hut or whatever, I hope Holly has, too.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Paris Review, 1965
The narrator searches for a lost cat, reflecting longing, perseverance, and the bittersweet nature of quests.
In simple terms: A quest for a cat shows longing and perseverance.
Key Takeaway
Persist in searching for what matters.
Themes
longing
perseverance
search
nostalgia
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
Type
literary
personal
When to use this quote
- urban exploration
- personal loss
- creative writing
- pet ownership
Key Concepts
attachment
hope
resolution
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives us to pursue elusive goals?
- When does perseverance become futility?
A Different Perspective
The search may become an obsession, neglecting other duties.
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