Quote by John Greenleaf Whittier

How dwarfed against his manliness she sees the poor pretension, the wants, the aims, the follies, born of fashion and convention!

How dwarfed against his manliness she sees the poor pretensi

Summary

This quote reflects the narrator's perspective on a woman's perception of a man's true character versus his superficial appearance. The woman, observing the man's true qualities such as strength, integrity, and authenticity, sees the frivolousness and limitations resulting from societal expectations and conformity. The quote suggests that the man's true essence diminishes the significance of his attempts to conform to societal norms, highlighting the woman's recognition of his genuine worth beyond external facades.

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Men

By John Greenleaf Whittier

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