Forever Quote by Evelyn Waugh
“...she had regained what I thought she had lost forever, the magical sadness which had drawn me to her, the thwarted look that had seemed to say, "Surely I was made for some other purpose than this?”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Brideshead Revisited by Evelyn Waugh, 1945
The narrator reflects on a renewed, bittersweet feeling that once attracted him, questioning his purpose.
In simple terms: He feels a renewed melancholy that once drew him, questioning his destiny.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the feelings that inspire you.
Themes
love
purpose
melancholy
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- personal crisis
- creative inspiration
Key Concepts
existential longing
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this renewed sadness reveal about his needs?
- How does questioning purpose affect his actions?
A Different Perspective
The melancholy may mask deeper dissatisfaction.
