Beauty Quote by George Peele
“Fair maid, white and red, Comb me smooth, and stroke my head; And every hair a sheave shall be, And every sheave a golden tree.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Old Wives' Tale, 1595
A poetic description of a maiden's hair, comparing each strand to a golden tree, emphasizing beauty and abundance.
In simple terms: Her hair is likened to many golden trees, symbolizing richness.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate the vivid imagery in poetic description.
Themes
beauty
nature
metaphor
abundance
poetry
Mood
romantic
reflective
Type
descriptive
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- courtly love
- fashion
- personal grooming
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
comparative imagery
symbolic language
florid description
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the golden tree metaphor suggest about value?
- How does this imagery reflect societal ideals of beauty?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations may vary across cultures and eras.
