Quote by Algernon H. Blackwood

But the wicked passions of men's hearts alone seem strong enough to leave pictures that persist the good are ever too luke-warm.

But the wicked passions of men's hearts alone seem strong en

Summary

This quote suggests that negative emotions and desires, often associated with wickedness, have a stronger impact on people's memories and leave lasting impressions. In contrast, the capacity for good within humans is not as powerful, and therefore, the positive actions and experiences tend to fade away or seem less significant. It implies that negative aspects of life tend to have a greater influence on people while the good is often overlooked or undervalued due to its relatively weaker impression.

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By Algernon H. Blackwood

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