Quote by Oliver Goldsmith
Romance and novel paint beauty in colors more charming than nature, and describe a happiness that humans never taste. How deceptive and destructive are those pictures of consummate bliss!
Summary
This quote suggests that romantic novels and stories often create an idealized version of beauty and happiness that exceeds what can be found in reality. It criticizes the deception of these narratives, as they present a vision of perfect joy that humans seldom experience. This portrayal of consummate bliss is seen as both deceptive and harmful, as it sets unrealistic expectations and can lead to disappointment and dissatisfaction in real-life relationships and experiences.