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TO A CHILD, BEHELD IN SUMMER RAIMENT Little girl, one…

“TO A CHILD, BEHELD IN SUMMER RAIMENT Little girl, one lesser garment will suffice to clothe your crotch, Hide that undiscovered cavern Where old Time will wind his watch.” quote by William Gaddis
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““TO A CHILD, BEHELD IN SUMMER RAIMENT Little girl, one lesser garment will suffice to clothe your crotch, Hide that undiscovered cavern Where old Time will wind his watch.””

William Gaddis

About This Quote

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

A poetic image of a child in summer clothing, urging modesty and awareness of time’s passage.

In simple terms: Encouraging modesty and mindfulness of time.

Key Takeaway

Embrace simplicity and presence.

Themes

youth modesty time

Mood

contemplative poetic

Type

literary philosophical

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • education
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

poetry imagery symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does clothing symbolize innocence?
  • What does “old Time” represent?
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