Quote by Jane Austen

I have been used to consider poetry as the food of love

I have been used to consider poetry as the food of love

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker has a personal belief that poetry serves as nourishment for love. It implies that poetry has a profound impact on the emotions and feelings associated with love. Just as food nourishes the body, the speaker believes that poetry can nourish the romantic or passionate aspects of love, suggesting that reading or experiencing poetry can enhance and sustain one's connection and affection for another person.

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By Jane Austen

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