Amazed Quote by Gustave Flaubert
“I will cover you with love when next I see you, with caresses, with ecstasy. I want to gorge you with all the joys of the flesh, so that you faint and die. I want you to be amazed by me, and to confess to yourself that you had never even dreamed of such transports… When you are old, I want you to recall those few hours, I want your dry bones to quiver with joy when you think of them.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Madame Bovary, 1856
A passionate lover vows to overwhelm the beloved with intense physical and emotional pleasure, seeking lasting memory and awe.
In simple terms: Intense love promises unforgettable pleasure.
Key Takeaway
Seek deep, memorable connection.
Themes
love
pleasure
memory
desire
mortality
Mood
intense
romantic
reflective
Type
poetic
erotic
When to use this quote
- Romantic encounter
- intimate moments
- old age reflection
- sexual fulfillment
Key Concepts
Eroticism
transcendence
obsession
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance intense passion with lasting wellbeing?
- What memories do you cherish most?
A Different Perspective
Such intensity can be unsustainable and may lead to emotional burnout.
