Quote by James Weldon Johnson

I thought of Paris as a beauty spot on the face of the earth, and of London as a big freckle.

I thought of Paris as a beauty spot on the face of the earth

Summary

This quote suggests a contrasting view of Paris and London. The speaker describes Paris as a beautiful and visually appealing place, likening it to a beauty spot on someone's face. On the other hand, London is portrayed as less attractive, being compared to a big freckle. The quote highlights the speaker's subjective perception of the two cities, with Paris being seen as more alluring and London lacking in aesthetics. It reflects personal opinion and a sense of preference for one city over the other.

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Beauty

By James Weldon Johnson

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