Quote by Jean Rhys

I am sad, sad as a circus-lioness, sad as an eagle without wings, sad as a violin with only one string and one that is broken, sad as a woman who is growing old.

I am sad, sad as a circus-lioness, sad as an eagle without w

Summary

This quote portrays a deep and profound sadness through vivid metaphors. The comparison to a circus lioness suggests a captive and constrained existence. The imagery of an eagle without wings implies a loss of freedom and power. The broken violin string symbolizes a loss of harmony and joy, while the mention of an aging woman hints at a diminishing vitality and deteriorating beauty. Altogether, the quote expresses a sense of profound sadness and despair, combining different elements to emphasize the depth of the emotional state being described.

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By Jean Rhys

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