If one harbours anywhere in one's mind a nationalistic loyalty or hatred, certain facts, although in a sense known to be true, are inadmissible.
George OrwellRead
She's beautiful,' he murmured. 'She's a metre across the hips, easily,' said Julia. 'That is her style of beauty,' said Winston.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects a subjective perspective on beauty, suggesting that beauty can vary in style and form.
In this excerpt from George Orwell, Winston and Julia discuss the nature of beauty, indicating that it is not merely about appearance but rather about personal and subjective interpretations. The dialogue suggests that beauty comes in various forms, and what is perceived as beautiful may depend on individual preferences and cultural standards.
Themes
BeautySubjectivePerceptionStylePerspective
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion on art and media, one might reference this quote to highlight differing perceptions of beauty.
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