Quote by Edith Wharton

He had come on her that morning in a moment of disarray; her face had been pale and altered, and the diminution of her beauty had lent her a poignant charm. That is how she looks when she is alone! had been his first thought; and the second was to note in her the change which his coming produced.

He had come on her that morning in a moment of disarray; her

Summary

This quote describes a person's observation of someone they care about. The observer had unexpectedly encountered this person in a vulnerable state, where their appearance had changed, yet held a captivating allure. The observer notes the contrast between the person's solitary appearance and how they look when with others, highlighting the impact the observer's presence has on the person. The quote suggests the observer's appreciation for the person's inner beauty and how their mere presence affects the person's demeanor.

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Beauty Change

By Edith Wharton

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