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Beauty Quote by Elizabeth von Arnim

“When I drive to the lupins and see them all spread out as far as eye can reach in perfect beauty of colour and scent and bathed in the mild August sunshine, I feel I must send for somebody to come and look at them with me, and talk about them to me, and share in the pleasure; and when I run over…” quote by Elizabeth von Arnim
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““When I drive to the lupins and see them all spread out as far as eye can reach in perfect beauty of colour and scent and bathed in the mild August sunshine, I feel I must send for somebody to come and look at them with me, and talk about them to me, and share in the pleasure; and when I run over the list of my friends and try to find one who would enjoy them, I am frightened once more at the solitariness in which we each of us live.””

Elizabeth von Arnim

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About This Quote

A yearning for shared aesthetic experience, highlighting loneliness when beauty is not communal.

In simple terms: Longing for companionship in appreciation.

Key Takeaway

Beauty feels incomplete alone.

Themes

Solitude Nature’s beauty Desire for connection Seasonal imagery Emotional vulnerability

Mood

Melancholic Reflective Yearning

Type

Literary Philosophical

When to use this quote

  • Writing poetry
  • Planning a garden visit
  • Inviting a friend to a scenic spot
  • Reflecting on personal isolation

Key Concepts

Loneliness Aesthetic joy Friendship Seasonality

Practical Applications

  • Creating shared experiences
  • Encouraging social outings

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why does the speaker equate beauty with the need for a companion?
  • What does this suggest about human social needs?

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