Quote by Edgar Allan Poe
Words have no power to impress the mind without the exquisite horror of their reality.

Summary
This quote suggests that words alone lack the ability to truly impact or leave a lasting impression on someone's mind, unless they are describing something that elicits a sense of profound terror or dread. It highlights the idea that it is not enough for words to be elegant or well-crafted; they must capture the raw and horrifying truth of a subject to truly resonate with one's consciousness and provoke a deeper reaction.