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“There seeps from heavily jowled or hawk-like foreign faces The guttural sorrow of the refugees.” quote by Louis MacNeice
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“There seeps from heavily jowled or hawk-like foreign faces The guttural sorrow of the refugees.”

Louis MacNeice

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Refugee" (1930s)

The poet describes the deep sorrow evident on the faces of displaced people, emphasizing their humanity.

In simple terms: Refugees show profound sorrow.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and honor refugee suffering.

Themes

humanity war displacement compassion

Mood

somber empathetic

Type

poetry social commentary

When to use this quote

  • asylum hearings
  • humanitarian aid
  • educational curricula
  • media coverage

Key Concepts

trauma identity cultural loss resilience

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we help those who suffer?
  • What does the poet’s tone reveal?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize suffering without action.

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