Beauty is the greatest seducer of man.
Meaning of the quote
Beauty is powerful and can make people do things they might not normally do. The quote suggests that people are often attracted to things that are beautiful, even if those things may not be the best for them. In other words, beauty can lead people to make choices they might later regret, just because they were drawn to the beauty of something.
About Paulo Coelho
Paulo Coelho is a renowned Brazilian lyricist and novelist. He is a member of the Brazilian Academy of Letters and his 1988 novel, The Alchemist, became an international bestseller. Coelho’s unique writing style and captivating stories have made him one of the most influential authors in the world.
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