Quote by Mary Shelley

My heart was fashioned to be susceptible of love and sympathy, and when wrenched by misery to vice and hatred, it did not endure the violence of the change without torture such as you cannot even imagine.

My heart was fashioned to be susceptible of love and sympath

Summary

This quote conveys the profound impact of hardships on the human heart. It speaks of how the heart, naturally inclined towards love and compassion, suffers immensely when subjected to misfortune that leads to negativity and animosity. The quote alludes to the unimaginable torment one experiences when the heart is forced to undergo such a drastic transformation. It highlights the vulnerability of the human spirit and the emotional struggle faced when the innate capacity for goodness is corrupted by outside influences.

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By Mary Shelley

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