Quote by George Henry Lewes

A man may be buoyed up by the efflation of his wild desires to brave any imaginable peril; but he cannot calmly see one he loves braving the same peril; simply because he cannot feel within turn that which prompts another. He sees the danger, and feels not the power that is to overcome it.

A man may be buoyed up by the efflation of his wild desires

Summary

This quote suggests that a person may feel empowered and willing to face danger due to their own passionate desires or motivations. However, when someone they care about is in the same dangerous situation, they can't remain calm because they lack the same internal drive. They can acknowledge the danger but won't possess the same sense of determination to overcome it. This speaks to the distinction between personal motivations and external perspectives when it comes to facing perilous situations.

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By George Henry Lewes

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