Quote by Virginia Woolf

The beauty of the world which is so soon to perish, has two edges, one of laughter, one of anguish, cutting the heart asunder.

The beauty of the world which is so soon to perish, has two

Summary

This quote by American author Virginia Woolf highlights the bittersweet nature of human existence. The world's beauty, though fleeting, brings both joy and sorrow. The "edge of laughter" represents the moments of happiness and delight that make life worth living. On the other hand, the "edge of anguish" symbolizes the inevitable pain and suffering that we experience throughout our lives. Ultimately, this duality in the beauty of the world can deeply affect and divide one's emotions, tugging at the heart in conflicting ways.

By Virginia Woolf

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