Quote by Victor Hugo

There are moments when a rope's end, a pole, the branch of the tree, is life itself, and it is a frightful thing to see a living being lose his hold upon it, and fall like a ripe fruit.

There are moments when a rope's end, a pole, the branch of t

Summary

This quote illustrates the vulnerability and fragility of human life, using the metaphor of someone losing their grip on a rope, pole, or branch. It emphasizes the fear and horror associated with witnessing someone's life suddenly slipping away, falling to their demise just like a ripe fruit falling from a tree. The quote hints at the unexpected and heartbreaking nature of mortality, reminding us of the fleeting and delicate nature of our existence.

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Dying Life And Death Last Hope

By Victor Hugo

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