Quote by George Eliot

He sat watching what went forward with the quiet outward glance of healthy old age.

He sat watching what went forward with the quiet outward gla

Summary

The quote describes an elderly person observing a situation with a calm and serene demeanor that is often associated with someone who has reached a state of physical and mental wellness in their old age. The phrase implies that the individual is at peace within themselves and has nothing to prove or contribute actively, but rather witnesses events with a sense of detachment. The person's tranquility suggests that they have embraced their stage of life and accept that they are now an observer rather than an active participant in life's unfolding events.

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Maturity Contemplation

By George Eliot

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