“The child intuitively comprehends that although these stories are unreal, they are not untrue ...”
― The Uses of Enchantment: The Meaning and Importance of Fairy Tales
― The Uses of Enchantment: The Meaning and Importance of Fairy Tales
“Since there are thousands of fairy tales, one may safely guess that there are probably equal numbers where the courage and determination of females rescue males, and vice versa.”
― The Uses of Enchantment: The Meaning and Importance of Fairy Tales
― The Uses of Enchantment: The Meaning and Importance of Fairy Tales
“Nolite te bastardes carborundorum. Don't let the bastards grind you down.”
― The Handmaid’s Tale
― The Handmaid’s Tale
“So be sure when you step, Step with care and great tact. And remember that life's A Great Balancing Act. And will you succeed? Yes! You will, indeed! (98 and ¾ percent guaranteed) Kid, you'll move mountains.”
― Oh, the Places You'll Go!
― Oh, the Places You'll Go!
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