NOT, I’ll not, carrion comfort, Despair, not feast on thee; Not untwist—slack they may be—these last strands of man In me ór, most weary, cry I can no more. I can; Can something, hope, wish day come, not choose not to be.
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Nothing is so beautiful as spring - when weeds, in wheels, shoot long and lovely and lush; Thrush's eggs look little low heavens, and thrush through the echoing timber does so rinse and wring the ear, it strikes like lightning to hear him sing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The beauty of springtime is unparalleled, filled with vibrant life and sound.
This quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins celebrates the extraordinary beauty of spring, emphasizing the lushness of nature and the enchanting sounds of birds, particularly the thrush. It illustrates how the season brings a lively and beautiful transformation, captivating our senses and lifting our spirits.
Themes
SpringBeautyNatureLifeBirds
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the importance of appreciating nature's beauty.
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