Quote by Ernest Hemingway

There is no lonelier man in death, except the suicide, than that man who has lived many years with a good wife and then outlived her. If two people love each other there can be no happy end to it.

There is no lonelier man in death, except the suicide, than

Summary

This quote reflects the inherent loneliness that comes with losing a beloved partner. It suggests that there is no greater sorrow than outliving a spouse, particularly when one has enjoyed a long and loving relationship. The mention of suicide emphasizes the extreme desolation experienced by the spouse left behind. The quote also implies that true love knows no definitive happy ending, suggesting that the loss of a loved one ultimately leads to a sense of profound emptiness.

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By Ernest Hemingway

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