Quote by Hughes Mearns, The Psychoed

As I was going up the stairI met a man who wasn't thereHe wasn't there again todayI wish, I wish he'd stay away.

As I was going up the stairI met a man who wasn't thereHe wa

Summary

This quote, often attributed to the poet Hughes Mearns, portrays a surreal encounter with an invisible man. The speaker, while climbing a stairway, comes face to face with someone who is seemingly absent but leaves a lasting impression. The repetition of the man's absence evokes a sense of unease and the speaker expresses a wish for him to remain gone. This quote explores themes of presence and absence, hinting at the fear or discomfort that can arise from encounters with the unknown or unfamiliar.

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By Hughes Mearns, The Psychoed

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