Blood Quote by Edith Wharton
“For what endless years this life will have to go on! He felt, with a kind of horror, his own strong youth and the bounding blood in his veins.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House of Mirth, 1905
The protagonist feels youthful vigor clash with looming dread, highlighting life's relentless march.
In simple terms: Youth meets inevitable anxiety.
Key Takeaway
Accept change, cherish vitality.
Themes
mortality
youth
existential dread
Mood
melancholic
contemplative
Type
fictional
existential
When to use this quote
- aging
- career pressure
- personal growth
- health awareness
Key Concepts
time
self‑awareness
psychological tension
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance vigor with aging?
- What gives life meaning despite dread?
A Different Perspective
Denial of mortality hinders peace.
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