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The spring came suddenly, bursting upon the world as a child bursts into a room, with a laugh and a shout and hands full of flowers.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Spring is a joyful and vibrant season that arrives unexpectedly, bringing beauty and life.

In this quote, Longfellow uses the metaphor of a child bursting into a room to illustrate the sudden and exuberant arrival of spring. This comparison highlights the excitement and vitality associated with the season as it transforms the world into a lively and beautiful place filled with flowers and warmth.

Themes

SpringNatureJoyLifeTransformationBeauty

In practice

Example use cases

During a spring festival, you might share this quote to celebrate the season's vibrancy.

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