Aunt Quote by William H. Gass
“My face is muffled in my mother's clothing. Her rhinestones injure me. See: my feet are going. Fish flee the forefinger of my aunt. The sun streams over the geraniums. What has this to do with what I feel, with what I am.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: "The Tunnel", 1995
Surreal imagery blends sensory detail with existential questioning of self.
In simple terms: Strange images reveal inner confusion.
Key Takeaway
Explore how sensory details reflect emotions.
Themes
surrealism
identity
language
Mood
confused
curious
Type
literary
poetic
When to use this quote
- art critique
- therapy sessions
- creative writing
Key Concepts
symbolism
stream of consciousness
Questions to Reflect On
- What feeling does the imagery evoke?
- How does language shape self‑understanding?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation may be highly subjective.
