Quote by Jules Barbey d'Aurevilly
She was one of those women of good family who no longer exist, elegant, distinguished, and haughty, whose pallor and thinness seem to say, 'I am conquered by the era, like all my breed. I am dying, but I despise you,' and - devil take me! - plebeian as I am, and though it is not very philosophical , I cannot help finding that beautiful.
Summary
This quote describes a woman who belongs to a bygone era, characterized by her refined manners, aristocratic appearance, and an attitude of superiority towards the changing times. Despite her frailty and impending demise, she carries herself with disdain for the society she perceives as having bested her kind. The narrator, although admitting that his admiration lacks logic or depth, finds her captivating and compelling despite his own lower social standing. The quote reflects a fascination with the beauty in defiance and pride, even in the face of inevitable decline.
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