This quote highlights the idea that true beauty is not superficial but stems from one's inner character and thoughts. It suggests that kindness and positivity make a person genuinely attractive, regardless of their outward appearance or physical traits.
Quote by Roald Dahl: “A person who has good thoughts cannot ever be ugly.”
A person who has good thoughts cannot ever be ugly.
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Historical Context
From 'The Twits' (1980), a story where the antagonists' inner nastiness manifests as physical ugliness. Dahl used this narrative to convey his strong moral stance that inner virtue and kindness are the true measures of a person's attractiveness.
About the Author
British novelist, short-story writer, poet, screenwriter, and wartime fighter pilot. His books have sold more than 250 million copies worldwide. He is renowned for his children's books, including Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Matilda.
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