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“Laughter is very young, whereas tragedy, except the very highest of all, quickly becomes haggard.” quote by Lady Margaret Sackville
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“Laughter is very young, whereas tragedy, except the very highest of all, quickly becomes haggard.”

Lady Margaret Sackville

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Laughter and Tragedy” from a 1910 collection

Youthful laughter is fresh, while tragedy ages quickly, losing its vigor.

In simple terms: Youthful joy fades; tragedy ages.

Key Takeaway

Value youthful optimism.

Themes

laughter tragedy youth aging transience

Mood

nostalgic thoughtful melancholy

Type

poetry philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • creative writing
  • psychology of aging
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

temporal contrast emotional aging literary metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance joy and sorrow?
  • What does “aging” mean in your life?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on youth can ignore wisdom.

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