Quote by Victor Hugo

I have an old hat which is not worth three francs, I have a coat which lacks buttons in front, my shirt is all ragged, my elbows are torn, my boots let in the water; for the last six weeks I have not thought about it, and I have not told you about it. You only see me at night, and you give me your love; if you were to see me in the daytime, you would give me a sou!

I have an old hat which is not worth three francs, I have a

Summary

This quote highlights the superficial nature of love and the tendency to judge others based on appearances. The speaker describes their shabby attire and general disheveled appearance, contrasting it with the love and attention they receive at night. The quote suggests that if people were to see the speaker in broad daylight, their value and worth would diminish, as they believe others would only offer a minimal amount of currency as goodwill. Ultimately, it critiques the inherent bias and shallowness prevalent in society.

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