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an' that cold hand o' wind was Old Georgie's hand, yay…

“an' that cold hand o' wind was Old Georgie's hand, yay, the devil what was standin' there wavin' a crookit spoon.” quote by David Mitchell
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““an' that cold hand o' wind was Old Georgie's hand, yay, the devil what was standin' there wavin' a crookit spoon.””

David Mitchell

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The cold wind is personified as an ominous, familiar presence, evoking dread.

In simple terms: Cold wind feels like a threatening hand.

Key Takeaway

Recognize and confront hidden fears.

Themes

fear personification atmosphere

Mood

eerie intense

Type

literary descriptive

When to use this quote

  • haunted settings
  • psychological tension
  • character introspection
  • storytelling
  • mythic imagery

Key Concepts

literature symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the wind symbolize for you?
  • How does personification affect mood?
A Different Perspective

Metaphors may obscure literal meaning for some readers.

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