Quotes About Beijing
A city that inspired, disappointed, and delighted.
One quote traces a ten-year writing process tied to the city's name, while another admits it took years to move past a real letdown connected to it. For more reflections on place and memory, see Wendy Hiller.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What creative project gets connected to Beijing in these quotes?
One speaker mentions a novel carrying the city's name in its title, describing a full decade of work before finally completing it.
Is Beijing described only in positive terms here?
No, one quote references lingering disappointment tied to the city that took considerable time to move past.
Does anyone express straightforward affection for the city?
Yes, one line simply calls it a favorite destination within its country, without qualification.
Do these quotes explain what caused the disappointment mentioned?
No specific reason is given, the quote only acknowledges the feeling and the years it took to get past it, without detailing the underlying cause.
Where can readers find more reflections on place and memory?
A related take on place and lingering feeling appears on the Wendy Hiller page.
A more straightforward affection for the city rounds things out, a mix of feelings that also appears in Candace Cameron Bure and Different Roles.
