Quote by Kelly Barnhill

But as she continued and finished her tale, I could tell that her heart was elsewhere, and when she excused herself to go to bed, she left without saying good night. After that, the princesses in her stories were always beautiful. Always.

But as she continued and finished her tale, I could tell tha

Summary

This quote speaks to the narrator's observation of the storyteller's emotional detachment. As the storyteller shares her tale, the narrator notices her disengagement, evidenced by her distant demeanor and abrupt departure. The quote implies that the storyteller's personal reality has overshadowed her ability to create relatable characters, resulting in an idealized portrayal of princesses. It suggests that her storytelling is a reflection of her own desires and longing for beauty in a world that may lack it, reflecting the impact of personal experiences on artistic expression.

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Beauty Storytelling Fairy Tales Princesses

By Kelly Barnhill

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