Quote by Edgar Allan Poe

To be thoroughly conversant with a man's heart, is to take our final lesson in the iron-clasped volume of despair.

To be thoroughly conversant with a man's heart, is to take o

Summary

This quote suggests that when we truly understand and comprehend the emotions and desires of another person, we may find ourselves overwhelmed with the knowledge of their inner struggles. It implies that delving deep into someone's heart can reveal painful and disheartening aspects, leading to a sense of hopelessness. It highlights the potential anguish that comes with truly empathizing with others and suggests that the more we understand someone, the more we may comprehend their suffering.

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Despair

By Edgar Allan Poe

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