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Woman Companion Quote by Robert Louis Stevenson

“The Cigarette had a mackintosh which put him more or less above these contrarieties. But I had to bear the brunt uncovered. I began to remember that nature was a woman. My companion, in a rosier temper, listened with great satisfaction to my Jeremiads, and ironically concurred.” quote by Robert Louis Stevenson
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““The Cigarette had a mackintosh which put him more or less above these contrarieties.  But I had to bear the brunt uncovered.  I began to remember that nature was a woman.  My companion, in a rosier temper, listened with great satisfaction to my Jeremiads, and ironically concurred. ””

Robert Louis Stevenson

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, Robert Louis Stevenson, 1886

We mask our true nature with external symbols, yet the underlying reality remains unchanged.

In simple terms: We hide our inner self behind outward appearances.

Key Takeaway

Seek authenticity over façades.

Themes

identity illusion self authenticity masking

Mood

thoughtful melancholic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • social interactions
  • personal branding
  • creative expression
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychology existentialism literary symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What masks do you wear in daily life?
  • How does acknowledging your true nature change your actions?
A Different Perspective

Focusing on external symbols may prevent genuine self-understanding.

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