Corpse Quote by William De Morgan
“A Corpse or a Ghost- I'd sooner be one or t'other, square and fair, than a Ghost in a Corpse, which is my feelins at present.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Ghost and the Corpse, 1902
Choosing to be a ghost or a corpse reflects a preference for being seen as fair and square rather than trapped in an unappealing form.
In simple terms: Prefer being a fair ghost over an unattractive corpse.
Key Takeaway
Embrace clarity and fairness over hidden decay.
Themes
choice
identity
appearance
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
Type
philosophical
poetic
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- career choices
- public image
- health choices
Key Concepts
metaphor
self‑perception
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “ghost” symbolize for you?
- How do you avoid becoming a “corpse” in your life?
A Different Perspective
May oversimplify complex self‑image issues.
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