His face was the sort of British face from which emotion…
““His face was the sort of British face from which emotion has been so carefully banished that a foreigner is apt to think the wearer of the face incapable of any sort of feeling; the kind of face which, if it has any expression at all, expresses principally the resolution to go through the world decorously, without intruding upon or annoying anyone.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The description portrays a British face that suppresses emotion, presenting a composed exterior.
In simple terms: A composed, emotion‑less demeanor.
Key Takeaway
Observe subtle cues.
Themes
emotional restraint
social façade
British archetype
Mood
analytical
observational
Type
British:0
Face:0
Face Expression:0
British Face:0
Face Emotion:0
Face Incapable:0
Emotion Carefully:0
When to use this quote
- first impressions
- interpersonal interaction
Key Concepts
psychology
cultural analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this mask reveal?
- How can genuine emotion be expressed?
A Different Perspective
Such suppression can hinder authenticity.