Between the wrinkles of age and her features which indicated a number of years resided a beauty that was touching and awakened trust. Since by now I had observed many faces quite closely in order to sketch them, I fully realized that it was more than mere beauty, it was the soul which shone through so kindly and self-contained, which had such a striking effect on whoever came into contact with her.
-Adalbert Stifter
Select a background
More quotes by Adalbert Stifter
Popular Authors
A curated listing of popular authors.