Marina Warner draws on a childhood memory to introduce her exploration of the concept of sanctuary in a modern context, where millions are displaced by various crises. She suggests that sanctuary does not have to be a physical place but rather can be shaped by stories and cultural narratives. Through her extensive work in cultural history, Warner emphasizes the role of folk forms—like fairytales and lullabies—in building connections between migrants, whom she calls 'arrivants', and their often unwelcoming hosts. She advocates for using storytelling as a way to create understanding and empathy amidst turmoil.
Warner's exploration of sanctuary transcends physical spaces, proposing instead a refuge built from stories and cultural narratives that connect migrants with their hosts.
Through her journey, Warner highlights how folk forms like fairytales and lullabies can bridge gaps between 'arrivants' and the often hostile societies they enter.
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