Beauty Quote by Roald Dahl
“Fiona has the same glacial beauty of an iceburg, but unlike the iceburg she has absolutely nothing below the surface.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Witches", 1983
A beautiful exterior can mask an empty interior, warning against superficial judgments.
In simple terms: Beauty may hide emptiness.
Key Takeaway
Look beyond appearances to assess true substance.
Themes
appearance vs reality
superficiality
authenticity
beauty
deception
Mood
cautionary
insightful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- dating
- job interviews
- social media profiles
- first impressions
Key Concepts
psychology
literary symbolism
character study
Questions to Reflect On
- What does true depth look like?
- How can we recognize substance over style?
A Different Perspective
People can change; appearances are not always reliable.
