There are horrors beyond life's edge that we do not suspect, and once in a while man's evil prying calls them just within our range.
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I know always that I am an outsider; a stranger in this century and among those who are still men.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses a feeling of alienation and disconnection from society.
H. P. Lovecraft articulates a profound sense of being an outsider, suggesting that he feels estranged from both the current century and the people around him. This feeling of alienation reflects a deeper philosophical contemplation about identity, belonging, and the existential struggle of being different in a world that often values conformity.
Themes
OutsiderAlienationIdentityBelongingPhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in a discussion about individuality and self-acceptance.
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