Angle Quote by Elizabeth Bowen
“She had one of those charming faces which, according to the angle from which you see them, look either melancholy or impertinent. Her eyes were grey; her trick of narrowing them made her seem to reflect, the greater part of the time, in the dusk of her second thoughts. With that mood, that touch of arriere pensee, went an uncertain, speaking set of lips.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: The House in Paris by Elizabeth Bowen, 1935
A person’s expression can shift between sadness and cheekiness, revealing inner contemplation and uncertainty.
In simple terms: Expressions can show mixed feelings and deep thought.
Key Takeaway
Notice subtle cues in others’ faces.
Themes
perception
emotion
communication
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
literary
observational
When to use this quote
- reading facial cues
- interpersonal conversations
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
social interaction
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you interpret ambiguous expressions?
- What assumptions do you make from facial cues?
A Different Perspective
Faces may mislead; context is needed to interpret accurately.
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