Quote by Wilfred Owen

Escape? There is one unwatched way: your eyes. O Beauty! Keep me good that secret gate.

Escape? There is one unwatched way: your eyes. O Beauty! Kee

Summary

This quote by poet Gwendolyn Brooks suggests that beauty has the power to provide an escape or refuge from the trials and temptations of the world. The speaker proposes that only through their own perception - by keeping their eyes focused on beauty - can they maintain their moral integrity and resist life's distractions. By valuing and cherishing beauty, the speaker hopes to find solace and preserve their goodness through this secret gateway that lies within the realm of aesthetic appreciation.

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By Wilfred Owen

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