Too long Quote by Amanda Hemingway
““Her hair was hidden under a white headdress, like some kind of wimple; she wore a long white tunic and trousers, and her skin had the pale golden hue associated in our world with Orientals. The lines of her cheekbone and jaw reminded him of pictures he had seen of the head of Nefertiti, thought her neck was longer, slightly too long for an ordinary human, and as she turned toward him he realized the planes of her face were subtly different, though it would have been hard to explain in what way. A fraction of an inch here, a fraction of an inch there, and the whole visage was somehow distorted, though its beauty remained undiminished.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Historical fiction, early 21st century literary work
Describes a woman of exotic beauty with subtle facial distortions, comparing her to Nefertiti, highlighting both uniqueness and enduring allure
In simple terms: Exotic beauty with delicate differences remains captivating
Key Takeaway
Appreciate subtle, unique beauty
Themes
beauty
identity
culture
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
literary description
cultural commentary
When to use this quote
- fashion design
- art criticism
- cultural studies
Key Concepts
artistic description
historical reference
Questions to Reflect On
- How does subtle difference affect perception?
- What does “beauty” mean across cultures?
A Different Perspective
May exoticize; risk of stereotyping
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