Love quote by Honore de Balzac

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A woman knows the face of the man she loves as a sailor knows the open sea
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"A woman knows the face of the man she loves as a sailor knows the open sea"

- Honore de Balzac

About this Quote

This quote speaks with the deep connection that a female has with the male she loves. It recommends that her love for him is so strong that she knows him as thoroughly as a sailor knows the open sea. The sailor has actually invested numerous hours on the sea, learning its subtleties and understanding its depths. Similarly, the lady has invested many hours with her cherished, discovering his subtleties and comprehending his depths. The quote indicates that the lady's love for the man is so strong that she understands him in addition to a sailor knows the sea. It is a testament to the power of love and the deep connection that can be formed in between two people. It is a suggestion that love can be an effective force that can bring 2 people together in a manner that is both intimate and extensive.

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Honore de Balzac This quote is written / told by Honore de Balzac between May 20, 1799 and August 18, 1850. He was a famous Novelist from France, the quote is categorized under the topic Love. The author also have 83 other quotes.

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