Quote by Algernon Charles Swinburne

Ah, ah, thy beauty! like a beast it bites, Stings like an adder, like an arrow smites.

Ah, ah, thy beauty! like a beast it bites, Stings like an ad

Summary

This quote expresses the captivating and intense power of beauty. It suggests that beauty can have a dual nature, both alluring and dangerous. The comparison to a beast highlights the irresistible and primal nature of beauty, while the mentions of biting, stinging, and arrow-impacts illustrate the potential harm it can inflict. Overall, the quote draws attention to the complex and sometimes destructive effects that beauty can have on individuals.

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By Algernon Charles Swinburne

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