Clear Quote by W. Somerset Maugham
“She could not admit but that he had remarkable qualities, sometimes she thought that there was even in him a strange and unattractive greatness; it was curious then that she could not love him, but loved still a man whose worthlessness was now so clear to her.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Of Human Bondage by W. Somerset Maugham, 1915
She sees a man’s hidden worth yet cannot love him because his flaws dominate her perception.
In simple terms: Seeing worth but feeling unable to love.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that love can be hindered by perceived flaws.
Themes
love
perception
self‑deception
worth
inner conflict
Mood
conflicted
melancholic
Type
literary
reflective
When to use this quote
- romantic relationships
- personal growth
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
psychology
human nature
contradiction
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner biases prevent you from loving someone?
- How can you reconcile admiration with affection?
A Different Perspective
Love may be blocked by personal biases.
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