Quote by Alfred Lord Tennyson

Men at most differ as Heaven and Earth, but women, worst and best, as Heaven and Hell.

Men at most differ as Heaven and Earth, but women, worst and

Summary

This quote suggests that men's differences are not as extreme as those between women. It implies that men may have differences and conflicts, but they are relatively insignificant in comparison to the vast contrasts within women. It implies that women can embody both heavenly traits, symbolizing goodness, virtue, and beauty, as well as hellish traits, symbolizing darkness, negativity, and chaos. This quote alludes to the idea that women possess a wide range of characteristics, making them more complex and unpredictable compared to men.

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By Alfred Lord Tennyson

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