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White teeth Quote by Bram Stoker

“I could see it under the heavy moustache, was fixed and rather cruel-looking, with peculiarly sharp white teeth; these protruded over the lips, whose remarkable ruddiness showed astonishing vitality in a man of his years.” quote by Bram Stoker
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““I could see it under the heavy moustache, was fixed and rather cruel-looking, with peculiarly sharp white teeth; these protruded over the lips, whose remarkable ruddiness showed astonishing vitality in a man of his years.””

Bram Stoker

About This Quote

Source Novel: Dracula by Bram Stoker, 1897

A description of a terrifying, grotesque face that reveals both menace and unexpected vitality despite age.

In simple terms: A grotesque face shows menace and surprising vitality.

Key Takeaway

Notice hidden threats beneath a calm exterior.

Themes

fear appearance vitality age menace

Mood

uneasy tense intrigued

Type

descriptive literary horror

When to use this quote

  • encountering strangers
  • first impressions
  • danger assessment
  • clinical observation

Key Concepts

grotesque features contrast psychological tension

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden dangers might you overlook?
  • How does appearance affect judgment?
A Different Perspective

The vivid description may exaggerate horror, reducing objectivity.

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