Beauty Quote by Edith Wharton
““He had a confused sense that she must have cost a great deal to make, that a great many dull and ugly people must, in some mysterious way, have been sacrificed to produce her.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Age of Innocence by Edith Wharton, 1920
The narrator perceives the woman's creation as a costly, almost sacrificial process involving many unremarkable individuals.
In simple terms: She seems to have been made at great expense, using up many ordinary people.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the hidden costs behind idealized figures.
Themes
beauty
sacrifice
societal expectations
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
literary
observational
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- courtship
- family dynamics
- career advancement
Key Concepts
class
gender
objectification
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this perception reveal about societal values?
- How might the woman's perspective differ?
A Different Perspective
The view may overlook the woman's own agency and complexities.
