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Life Quote by Mary Shelley

“Her hair was the brightest living gold, and despite the poverty of her clothing, seemed to set a crown of distinction on her head. Her brow was clear and ample, her blue eyes cloudless, and her lips and the moulding of her face so expressive of sensibility and sweetness, that none could behold her…” quote by Mary Shelley
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““Her hair was the brightest living gold, and despite the poverty of her clothing, seemed to set a crown of distinction on her head. Her brow was clear and ample, her blue eyes cloudless, and her lips and the moulding of her face so expressive of sensibility and sweetness, that none could behold her without looking on her as of a distinct species, a being heaven-sent, and bearing a celestial stamp in all her features.””

Mary Shelley

About This Quote

Source Novel: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, 1818

A character is portrayed with radiant beauty and an almost divine aura, highlighting how physical grace can suggest inner virtue.

In simple terms: She looks heavenly and graceful.

Key Takeaway

Recognize beauty without idolizing.

Themes

beauty grace divinity perception class

Mood

admiring reflective

Type

literary descriptive

When to use this quote

  • romantic literature
  • character analysis
  • artistic description

Key Concepts

aesthetic ideal social distinction

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does appearance affect judgment?
  • Can beauty mask flaws?
A Different Perspective

Physical beauty does not guarantee moral superiority.

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