The narrator’s grandmother 'could never have been pretty, but she was always beautiful'. Explain the importance of the statement.

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She was terribly old to appear pretty. Her face was a criss-cross of wrinkles. She was short, fat and slightly bent. She didn't create any physical appeal or attraction. However, in her spotless white dress and grey hair she was a picture of serenity, peace, sobriety and beauty.

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