Quote by Anna Letitia Barbauld

When one by one our ties are torn, and friend from friend is snatched forlorn when man is left alone to mourn, oh! then how sweet it is to die!

When one by one our ties are torn, and friend from friend is

Summary

This quote elucidates a bittersweet perspective on death, suggesting that when life's close connections are gradually severed and we are left devoid of companionship and in profound mourning, the idea of death becomes alluring and comforting in its ability to potentially end the unbearable loneliness. It portrays death as an escape from the pain of losing loved ones and being left isolated, highlighting the solace it can provide amidst emotional desolation.

By Anna Letitia Barbauld

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