Quote by Paul Ambroise Valery

Latent in every man is a venom of amazing bitterness, a black resentment; something that curses and loathes life, a feeling of being trapped, of having trusted and been fooled, of being the helpless prey of impotent rage, blind surrender, the victim of a savage, ruthless power that gives and takes away, enlists a man, and crowning injury inflicts upon him the humiliation of feeling sorry for himself.

Latent in every man is a venom of amazing bitterness, a blac

Summary

This quote suggests that within every individual lies a hidden and deeply bitter venom, a strong sense of resentment towards life. It portrays a feeling of being trapped and deceived, having believed and ultimately been betrayed. It describes an overwhelming helplessness and frustration, as one becomes a victim of uncontrollable anger and surrender. The quote argues that people are subject to a merciless power that manipulates and victimizes them, causing deep humiliation and self-pity.

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By Paul Ambroise Valery

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