Quote by Felicia Hemans

Alas for love, if thou wert all, And naught beyond, O Earth!


Alas for love, if thou wert all, And naught beyond, O Earth!

Summary

This quote expresses a lament for the limitations of love if it is the sole focus of life on Earth. It suggests that if love were the only meaning and purpose, it would be a tragedy, highlighting the inadequacy of love alone to bring complete fulfillment and satisfaction. The line "O Earth!" indicates a sense of disappointment in the world and its inability to provide deeper fulfillment beyond love.

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Love
By Felicia Hemans
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