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Harsh Quote by Gustave Flaubert

“And the more he was irritated by her basic personality, the more he was drawn to her by a harsh, bestial sensuality, illusions of a moment, which ended in hate.” quote by Gustave Flaubert
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“And the more he was irritated by her basic personality, the more he was drawn to her by a harsh, bestial sensuality, illusions of a moment, which ended in hate.”

Gustave Flaubert

About This Quote

Source Novel: Madame Bovary, 1856

Intense attraction can coexist with irritation, leading to a volatile mix of desire and hostility.

In simple terms: Love and dislike can blend into a fierce, conflicted attraction.

Key Takeaway

Beware of letting irritation fuel unhealthy desire.

Themes

love irritation conflict passion

Mood

reflective cautionary

Type

literary psychological

When to use this quote

  • romantic relationships
  • workplace dynamics
  • creative collaborations

Key Concepts

psychology human behavior relationships

Questions to Reflect On

  • What draws you to people you find irritating?
  • How can you separate attraction from resentment?
A Different Perspective

Intense attraction may mask underlying resentment.

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