Angry Quote by Henry James
““There was a dumb misery about him that irritated her; there was a manly staying of his hand that made her heart beat faster. She felt her agitation rising, and she said to herself that she was angry in the way a woman is angry when she has been in the wrong.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Portrait of a Lady, 1881
A woman feels anger when she recognizes her own fault, showing self‑directed emotional conflict.
In simple terms: She is angry at herself.
Key Takeaway
Reflect on personal responsibility.
Themes
emotion
self‑awareness
conflict
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
literary
psychological
When to use this quote
- relationships
- personal growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
psychology
literary analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle self‑criticism?
- What steps turn anger into growth?
A Different Perspective
Self‑blame may hinder constructive change.
