Quote by George William Curtis

Romance like a ghost escapes touching; it is always where you are not, not where you are. The interview or conversation was prose at the time, but it is poetry in the memory.

Romance like a ghost escapes touching; it is always where yo

Summary

This quote suggests that romance is elusive and intangible, similar to a ghost. It is something that is ceaselessly sought after but can never truly be grasped. It emphasizes that romantic experiences and emotions feel more enchanting and significant in retrospect, becoming like poetry in our memories. It implies that the true essence and magic of romance lie not in the present moment, but rather in the reflection and nostalgia that follow.

By George William Curtis

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