Quote by Jane Austen

Besides, I cannot help thinking that it is more natural to have flowers grow out of the head than fruit.

Besides, I cannot help thinking that it is more natural to h

Summary

This quote suggests that the idea of having flowers grow from the head is more organic or innate than having fruit grow from it. It implies that beauty and aesthetics, symbolized by flowers, are inherently part of human nature, while productivity and practicality, symbolized by fruit, may be seen as secondary or unnatural. This quote may also hint at the value of creativity and self-expression over material gain or utility.

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