Quote by Oscar Wilde

So with curious eyes and sick surmiseWe watched him day by day,And wondered if each one of usWould end the self-same way,For none can tell to what red HellHis sightless soul may stray.

So with curious eyes and sick surmiseWe watched him day by d

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker and others have been observing someone closely, filled with curiosity and suspicion. They contemplate whether each of them might meet a similar fate, speculating on the possibility of their own souls being led astray. The reference to "red Hell" alludes to a place of intense suffering or damnation. Ultimately, the quote highlights the uncertainty and fear surrounding the path one's life might take and the potential consequences it might lead to.

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By Oscar Wilde

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