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"What's miraculous about a spider's web?" said Mrs…

“"What's miraculous about a spider's web?" said Mrs. Arable. "I don't see why you say a web is a miracle--it's just a web." "Ever try to spin one?" asked Mr. Dorian.” quote by E. B. White
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“"What's miraculous about a spider's web?" said Mrs. Arable. "I don't see why you say a web is a miracle--it's just a web." "Ever try to spin one?" asked Mr. Dorian.”

E. B. White

About This Quote

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

A spider's web is ordinary, not miraculous; wonder lies in seeing its function.

In simple terms: Web is ordinary, not a miracle.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate ordinary things for their purpose.

Themes

nature wonder perception everyday objects

Mood

curious reflective

Type

educational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • science teaching
  • nature walks
  • creative writing

Key Concepts

biology philosophy of awe mindset shift

Questions to Reflect On

  • What everyday object could you view differently?
  • How does recognizing function change appreciation?
A Different Perspective

May undervalue true marvels.

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