Kisses Quote by Edmond Rostand
““My heart to yours sends but one cry: If kisses fast could flee By letter, then with your sweet lips My letters read should be!””
About This Quote
Source Play: Cyrano de Bergerac, 1897
A lover’s longing is expressed through poetic yearning, wishing distance could be bridged by a simple kiss.
In simple terms: Love wants to close distance quickly.
Key Takeaway
Cherish emotional expression in love.
Themes
love
longing
communication
poetry
desire
Mood
romantic
poetic
Type
literary
inspirational
When to use this quote
- courtship
- letter writing
- creative expression
- intimate confession
Key Concepts
Romanticism
literary
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you sacrifice for a kiss?
- How does distance shape desire?
A Different Perspective
Poetic longing may idealize love, ignoring practical realities.
