Quote by Virginia Woolf

For the eye has this strange property: it rests only on beauty.

For the eye has this strange property: it rests only on beau

Summary

This quote suggests that the eye has the natural inclination to be drawn towards objects or things that are aesthetically pleasing. It implies that beauty has a captivating and compelling effect, grabbing the eye's attention more effortlessly than anything else. It highlights the eye's tendency to focus solely on beauty and shows how it is easily captivated by visually appealing elements.

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Beauty

By Virginia Woolf

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