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But thou that didst appear so fair To fond imagination…

“But thou that didst appear so fair To fond imagination, Dost rival in the light of day Her delicate creation.” quote by William Wordsworth
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“But thou that didst appear so fair To fond imagination, Dost rival in the light of day Her delicate creation.”

William Wordsworth

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The poet likens imagination to a delicate, fleeting creation that competes with reality.

In simple terms: Imagination is fragile and competes with real life.

Key Takeaway

Cherish and protect creative thoughts.

Themes

creativity imagination reality

Mood

inspirational melancholic

Type

literary poetic

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • visual arts
  • daydreaming
  • problem solving

Key Concepts

literature psychology artistic process

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “fair” imagination mean to you?
  • How can imagination coexist with reality?
A Different Perspective

Imagination can be dismissed as impractical.

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