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Beauty Quote by F. Scott Fitzgerald

“You see, this is the beauty I want. Beauty has got to be astonishing, astounding--it's got to burst in on you like a dream, like the exquisite eyes of a girl.” quote by F. Scott Fitzgerald
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““You see, this is the beauty I want. Beauty has got to be astonishing, astounding--it's got to burst in on you like a dream, like the exquisite eyes of a girl.””

F. Scott Fitzgerald

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Great Gatsby, 1925

Beauty should overwhelm, appearing suddenly and powerfully like a vivid dream or a striking gaze.

In simple terms: Beauty must be striking and sudden.

Key Takeaway

Seek experiences that astonish you.

Themes

a art perception

Mood

wonder excitement

Type

poetic descriptive

When to use this quote

  • Romantic encounters
  • art appreciation
  • travel
  • creative inspiration

Key Concepts

Aesthetic awe emotional impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • What moments have left you breathless?
  • How do you cultivate openness to awe?
A Different Perspective

Beauty can be fleeting and subjective, not universal.

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