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This bored fantastic woman, with her animal nature, giving herself the pleasure of seeing her enemy struck down, not a p
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"This bored fantastic woman, with her animal nature, giving herself the pleasure of seeing her enemy struck down, not a particularly keen one for her because she is so weary of having all her desires satisfied"

- Gustave Moreau

About this Quote

This quote speaks to the idea of a woman who is so utilized to having her desires satisfied that she has become bored and jaded. She is referred to as having an "animal nature," suggesting that she is driven by instinct and impulse. In spite of her dullness, she still enjoys seeing her enemy struck down, as if it is a suggestion of her own power and strength. The quote implies that she is a formidable force, and that her opponents ought to be wary of her. It also suggests that she is a lady of opportunity, as she has the high-end of having her desires satisfied. Eventually, the quote paints an image of a female who is both powerful and bored, a combination that can be both harmful and interesting.

About the Author

Gustave Moreau This quote is written / told by Gustave Moreau between June 6, 1826 and April 18, 1898. He was a famous Artist from France. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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