Beauty Quote by Donna Tartt
““Death is the mother of Beauty. And what is Beauty? Terror.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Secret History, 1992
Beauty emerges from death, and terror defines what we perceive as beautiful.
In simple terms: Beauty and terror intertwine.
Accept darkness as part of beauty.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- writing
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does terror reveal about your values?
- Can you find beauty in unsettling places?
Focusing on terror may cause fear.