Quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson, from Love E

How we glow over these novels of passion, when the story is told with any spark of truth and nature! And what fastens attention, in the intercourse of life, like any passage betraying affection between two parties? Perhaps we never saw them before and never shall meet them again. But we see them exchange a glance or betray a deep emotion, and we are no longer strangers. We understand them and take the warmest interest in the development of the romance. All mankind love a lover.

How we glow over these novels of passion, when the story is

Summary

This quote highlights the power of storytelling and human connection. It suggests that people are inherently drawn to narratives filled with passion and truth, particularly when they reflect authentic experiences and emotions. It also emphasizes the profound impact that small moments of affection or emotion can have on our perception of strangers, instantly creating a sense of understanding and interest in their lives. Ultimately, it suggests that as a species, we possess a collective fascination for love and love stories, as they enable us to connect and empathize with each other.

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By Ralph Waldo Emerson, from Love E

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