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“No, Mary had no illusions about romance. Falling in love was a pretty name for it, that was all.” quote by Daphne du Maurier
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“No, Mary had no illusions about romance. Falling in love was a pretty name for it, that was all.”

Daphne du Maurier

About This Quote

Source Novel: Mary Anne, by Daphne du Maurier, 1954

The character sees romance as a fanciful label, not a deep truth.

In simple terms: Romance is just a name, not reality.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the difference between ideal and reality.

Themes

romance illusion perception

Mood

thoughtful melancholy

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • dating expectations
  • self-awareness

Key Concepts

literature character study

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you label experiences to fit expectations?
  • How does naming affect perception?
A Different Perspective

Romantic ideals may clash with practical experience.

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