Leprosy Quote by Samuel Taylor Coleridge
“Her skin was white as leprosy.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner” (excerpt), 1798
The comparison suggests a skin so pale it resembles the severe, disfiguring disease leprosy.
In simple terms: Extremely pale skin.
Key Takeaway
Notice health signs early.
Themes
appearance
health
metaphor
Mood
critical
poetic
Type
literary
descriptive
When to use this quote
- medical exams
- skin care
- public health awareness
Key Concepts
paleness
leprosy symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this imagery convey about the subject?
- Is such comparison appropriate today?
A Different Perspective
Overly harsh metaphor may offend those with disease.
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