"The loss of Eden is personally experienced by every one of us as we leave the wonder and magic and also the pains and terrors of childhood"
- Dennis Potter
About this Quote
In this quote, Dennis Potter is assessing the principle of losing innocence and the shift from childhood to the adult years. He suggests that the loss of Eden, a sign of paradise and perfection, is something that is felt by every individual as they grow up. This loss is not almost leaving the wonder and magic of youth, however also the pains and horrors that feature it. It is a bittersweet experience, as we get knowledge and maturity, however likewise lose the carefree and innocent perspective of the world. Potter's words remind us that this loss is a universal human experience, and one that forms us into who we are.
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