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“The moon rode in the sky - a hunted thing dodging behind wisps of tattered cloud, and the air was heavy and wet and redolent of dying leaves. ("The Refugee")” quote by Anonymous
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““The moon rode in the sky - a hunted thing dodging behind wisps of tattered cloud, and the air was heavy and wet and redolent of dying leaves. ("The Refugee")””

Anonymous

About This Quote

Source Short story: The Refugee, author unknown, date unknown

A vivid, atmospheric description of a moonlit night, emphasizing gloom and decay through sensory detail.

In simple terms: The night feels dark, wet, and full of dying leaves.

Key Takeaway

Notice how setting can mirror mood.

Themes

atmosphere nature decay

Mood

melancholic reflective

Type

descriptive literary

When to use this quote

  • writing description
  • creative writing
  • mood setting

Key Concepts

imagery symbolism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does the moon imagery affect your emotions?
  • What does the wet, redolent air suggest?
A Different Perspective

The description may be overly ornate for some readers.

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