Character Quote by William Butler Yeats
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““...I was shocked and astonished when a daring little girl -- a cousin I think -- having waited under a group of trees in the avenue, where she knew [my grandfather] would pass near four o'clock on the way to his dinner, said to him, 'If I were you and you were a little girl, I would give you a doll.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “The Song of the Wandering Aengus”, 1917
Highlights innocence and generosity of a child offering a doll to an adult
In simple terms: Child offers a doll with empathy
Key Takeaway
Embrace childlike generosity
Themes
generosity
innocence
empathy
Mood
tender
thoughtful
Type
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- teaching moments
Key Concepts
Compassion
Gift‑giving
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you give selflessly?
- What does a child's view teach you?
A Different Perspective
Adult perspectives may overlook simple kindness
