Quote by Edgar Allan Poe

That pleasure which is at once the most pure, the most elevating and the most intense, is derived, I maintain, from the contemplation of the beautiful.

That pleasure which is at once the most pure, the most eleva

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This quote suggests that the greatest and most intense pleasure comes from appreciating and observing beautiful things. The quote emphasizes that the pleasure derived from the beauty is not only pure but also elevating, implying that it can inspire and uplift one's emotions and spirit. It implies that beauty has a profound impact on our senses and emotions, invoking an intense and enjoyable experience when we actively contemplate it.

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