Quote by Hartley Coleridge

She is not fair to outward viewAs many maidens be;Her loveliness I never knewUntil she smiled on me.Oh! then I saw her eye was bright,A well of love, a spring of light.

She is not fair to outward viewAs many maidens be;Her loveli

Summary

This quote speaks of the speaker's realization of a woman's hidden beauty. Initially, the speaker states that she doesn't appear exceptional like many other maidens. However, upon receiving her smile, he is enchanted and discovers her true loveliness. The emphasis is placed on her eyes, described as bright, containing abundant love and serving as a source of illumination. It highlights how a simple smile can bring forth a deeper understanding and appreciation of someone's beauty, revealing that true loveliness lies beyond superficial appearances.

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Beauty Love Love Song

By Hartley Coleridge

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