If you want to see how far we have not come from the cave and the woods, from the lonely and dangerous days of the prarie or the plain, witness the reaction of a modern suburban family, nearly ready for bed, when the doorbell rings or the door is rattled. They will stop where they stand, or sit bolt upright in their beds, as if a streak of pure lightning has passed through the house. Eyes wide, voices fearful, they will whisper to each other, "There's someone at the door, " in a way that might make you believe they have always feared and anticipated this moment - that they have spent their lives being stalked. Alice McDermott
About This Quote

The modern world has made it possible for people to experience many things. It is so easy to be part of society and reach out and touch someone. We can reach out and be touched by others who we never thought we would ever see again. This quote captures the emotion and fear of not knowing if someone is at the door or not, and how we react when we do know that someone is at the door.

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