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Anxiety Quote by Edith Wharton

“So close to the powers of evil she must have lived that she still breathed more freely in their air.” quote by Edith Wharton
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““So close to the powers of evil she must have lived that she still breathed more freely in their air.””

Edith Wharton

About This Quote

Source Novel: “The House of Mirth”, 1905

Living near evil can paradoxically free one from its grip.

In simple terms: Proximity to danger can inspire freedom.

Key Takeaway

Find strength in adversity.

Themes

power evil freedom

Mood

reflective intense

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • social circles
  • political intrigue
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

literature psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does evil influence you?
  • Can proximity be empowering?
A Different Perspective

Danger may also corrupt.

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