Quote by Emily Bronte

First melted off the hope of youth Then Fancy's rainbow fast withdrew And then experience told me truth In mortal bosoms never grew 'Twas grief enough to think mankind All hollow servile insincere But worse to trust to my own mind And find the same corruption there

First melted off the hope of youth Then Fancy's rainbow fast

Summary

This quote conveys the speaker's disillusionment and loss of innocence. Initially hopeful and imaginative, they believe in the honesty and sincerity of others. However, as they grow older and gain experience, their optimism diminishes and they see through the deceptive nature of humanity. The real disappointment lies in realizing that even their own mind is corrupted by the same insincerity. The quote highlights the bitter realization of a once-trusting individual who has become jaded by the inherent flaws in human nature and the self.

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Experience Truth Trust Mind

By Emily Bronte

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