Adelbert von Chamisso quotes

In this watering-place I acted an heroic character, badly studied; and being a novice on such a stage, I forgot my part before a pair of lovely blue eyes. (Adelbert von Chamisso)
On recovering my senses, I hastened to quit a place where I hoped there was nothing further to detain me. I first filled my pockets with gold, then fastened the strings of the purse round my neck, and concealed it in my bosom. View quote
Adelbert von Chamisso
All possible means were used by the infatuated parents to conclude the bargain; and deception put an end to these usual artifices. View quote
Adelbert von Chamisso
I will give you three days to seek your shadow. Return to me in the course of that time with a well-fitted shadow, and you shall receive a hearty welcome; otherwise, on the fourth day - remember, on the fourth day - my daughter becomes the wife of another. View quote
Adelbert von Chamisso
Because it appears to me a hazardous thing to exchange my soul for my shadow. View quote
Adelbert von Chamisso
A person without a shadow should keep out of the sun, that is the only safe and rational plan. View quote
Adelbert von Chamisso
When I spoke, I was listened to; and I was at a loss to know how I had so easily acquired the art of commanding attention, and giving the tone to the conversation. View quote
Adelbert von Chamisso
After a prosperous, but to me very wearisome, voyage, we came at last into port. Immediately on landing I got together my few effects; and, squeezing myself through the crowd, went into the nearest and humblest inn which first met my gaze. View quote
Adelbert von Chamisso
Of what use were wings to a man fast bound in chains of iron? View quote
Adelbert von Chamisso
This man, although he appeared so humble and embarrassed in his air and manners, and passed so unheeded, had inspired me with such a feeling of horror by the unearthly paleness of his countenance, from which I could not avert my eyes, that I was unable longer to endure it. View quote
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