Come away! O, human child! To the woods and waters wild…
““Come away! O, human child! To the woods and waters wild, With a fairy hand in hand, For the world’s more full of weeping than you can understand. —W. B. YEATS””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker invites a child to escape sorrowful reality for a magical, natural realm, suggesting innocence finds solace in nature.
In simple terms: Escape sorrow through nature and wonder.
Key Takeaway
Seek refuge in nature’s wonder.
Themes
escape
nature
innocence
escape
solace
Mood
melancholic
hopeful
reflective
Type
poetic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- childhood wonder
- grief coping
- creative inspiration
- mindful walking
Key Concepts
Romanticism
mythic imagination
escapism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you find wonder in everyday moments?
- What does “wild” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Nature cannot erase all pain, only offers temporary relief.