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“Tis because we be on a blighted star, and not a sound one, isn't it Tess?” quote by Thomas Hardy
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“Tis because we be on a blighted star, and not a sound one, isn't it Tess?”

Thomas Hardy

About This Quote

Source Novel: Tess of the d'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy, 1891

The speaker suggests that their misfortune stems from being on a doomed, not a lucky, place.

In simple terms: Bad luck comes from a cursed setting.

Key Takeaway

Recognize the influence of environment.

Themes

fate environment misfortune

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • personal relationships
  • life choices
  • adversity

Key Concepts

determinism existentialism

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can you change your environment?
  • How much control do you truly have?
A Different Perspective

Even a cursed star may have moments of brightness.

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