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When men were all asleep the snow came flying, In large…

“When men were all asleep the snow came flying, In large white flakes falling on the city brown, Stealthily and perpetually settling and loosely lying, Hushing the latest traffic of the drowsy town.” quote by Robert Bridges
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“When men were all asleep the snow came flying, In large white flakes falling on the city brown, Stealthily and perpetually settling and loosely lying, Hushing the latest traffic of the drowsy town.”

Robert Bridges

About This Quote

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

Illustrates night snowfall quietly covering a city, creating a calm, eerie atmosphere.

In simple terms: Snow silently blankets the city at night.

Key Takeaway

Notice quiet changes around you.

Themes

nature tranquility urban life

Mood

contemplative peaceful

Type

poetic descriptive

When to use this quote

  • late night walks
  • city photography
  • storm watching

Key Concepts

imagery serenity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does silence affect perception?
  • What feelings arise?
A Different Perspective

Snow can also cause hazards.

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