Quote by Jules Barbey d'Aurevilly

(it was) beautiful, like so many senseless things.

(it was) beautiful, like so many senseless things.

Summary

This quote suggests that beauty can often be found in things that may lack any obvious or logical purpose. The term "senseless" implies a lack of intention or rationality, yet it highlights the existence of beauty in these seemingly insignificant or random occurrences. It implies that beauty doesn't always conform to specific criteria and can be discovered in unexpected places, emphasizing the subjective nature of aesthetics.

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Beauty

By Jules Barbey d'Aurevilly

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