Darling Quote by William Makepeace Thackeray
“Oh, those women! They nurse and cuddle their presentiments, and make darlings of their ugliest thoughts.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Vanity Fair, 1848
Women may indulge in nurturing and sentimental whims, turning even their worst thoughts into charming fantasies.
In simple terms: Women romanticize even ugly thoughts.
Key Takeaway
Balance sentiment with realism.
Themes
gender
sentiment
psychology
Mood
wry
observational
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- creative writing
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
literary criticism
social commentary
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you discern genuine from fanciful thoughts?
- When does sentiment hinder truth?
A Different Perspective
Romanticizing can mask issues.
