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Brows Quote by Wilfred Owen

“The pallor of girls' brows shall be their pall; Their flowers the tenderness of patient minds, And each slow dusk a drawing-down of blinds.” quote by Wilfred Owen
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“The pallor of girls' brows shall be their pall; Their flowers the tenderness of patient minds, And each slow dusk a drawing-down of blinds.”

Wilfred Owen

About This Quote

Source Poem: "The Pallor of Girls' Brows", 1918

Describes youthful innocence and the gentle, patient minds of girls, contrasted with fading light.

In simple terms: Girls' gentle minds are likened to dusk and flowers.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate the subtle beauty of youthful patience.

Themes

youth beauty transience

Mood

melancholic contemplative

Type

poetic literary

When to use this quote

  • education
  • parenting
  • art appreciation

Key Concepts

poetry metaphor

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does the image of dusk affect your view of youth?
  • What does patience look like in everyday life?
A Different Perspective

Interpretation may vary; some may see melancholy.

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