Cold heart Quote by Conrad Aiken
““...Her eyes, he says, are stars at dusk, Her mouth as sweet as red-rose-musk; And when she dances his young heart swells With flutes and viols and silver bells; His brain is dizzy, his senses swim, When she slants her ragtime eyes at him... Moonlight shadows, he bids her see, Move no more silently than she. It was this way, he says, she came, Into his cold heart, bearing flame. And now that his heart is all on fire Will she refuse his heart's desire?―...””
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unpublished verses attributed to Conrad Aiken, early 20th century
A lover describes his beloved's enchanting beauty and its intoxicating effect, questioning if she will accept his passionate love
In simple terms: Her beauty overwhelms him, he wonders if she will return his love
Key Takeaway
Cherish and express love boldly
Themes
romance
beauty
desire
Mood
longing
hopeful
intense
Type
poetic
romantic
lyual
When to use this quote
- courtship
- first dates
- confessing feelings
- creative writing
- artistic inspiration
Key Concepts
sensory imagery
unrequited love
passion
Questions to Reflect On
- Will you reveal your true feelings?
- How do you balance idealization with reality?
A Different Perspective
The poem ideal idealizes love, ignoring practical compatibility
