Pretty face Quote by Thomas Hardy
““What a grand revenge you have taken! I saw you innocent, and I deceived you. Four years after, you find me a Christian enthusiast; you then work upon me, perhaps to my complete perdition! But Tess, my coz, as I used to call you, this is only my way of talking, and you must not look so horribly concerned. Of course you have done nothing except retain your pretty face and shapely figure. I saw it on the rick before you saw me—that tight pinafore-thing sets it off, and that wing-bonnet—you field-girls should never wear those bonnets if you wish to keep out of danger.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Tess of the d'Urbervilles by Thomas Hardy, 1891
A character mocks another’s naïve devotion, highlighting hypocrisy and the danger of superficial judgments.
In simple terms: Mockery of false piety and shallow appearances.
Key Takeaway
Beware judging others by looks alone.
Themes
hypocrisy
appearance
danger
revenge
Mood
cynical
ironic
Type
literary
satirical
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- courtship
- family expectations
Key Concepts
Victorian morality
social critique
gender dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does appearance influence moral judgment?
- What risks arise from mocking sincere belief?
A Different Perspective
The satire may overlook genuine suffering behind façades.
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