Quote by Thomas Hardy

To find beauty in ugliness is the province of the poet

To find beauty in ugliness is the province of the poet

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This quote suggests that poets have a unique ability to perceive beauty in things or situations typically considered unattractive or unpleasant. While others may overlook or dismiss these aspects as hideous or undesirable, poets have a talent for finding deeper meaning and aesthetic value in the seemingly unappealing. Through their observations, poets are able to transform something ugly into an object of beauty, showcasing their distinct perspective and artistic sensibility.

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