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Cities Quote by Archibald MacLeish

“Spring has many American faces. There are cities where it will come and go in a day and counties where it hangs around and never quite gets there. Summer is drawn blinds in Louisiana, long winds in Wyoming, shade of elms and maples in New England.” quote by Archibald MacLeish
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“Spring has many American faces. There are cities where it will come and go in a day and counties where it hangs around and never quite gets there. Summer is drawn blinds in Louisiana, long winds in Wyoming, shade of elms and maples in New England.”

Archibald MacLeish

About This Quote

Source Poem: “Spring” from The Wild Iris, 1950

Spring varies across America, from rapid changes in some cities to lingering warmth in others, illustrating regional climate diversity.

In simple terms: Spring looks different in each part of the U.S.

Key Takeaway

Notice how local weather shapes daily life.

Themes

nature regional diversity seasonality

Mood

contemplative observational

Type

poetic descriptive

When to use this quote

  • urban planning
  • agriculture
  • tourism
  • personal travel

Key Concepts

climatology regional identity environmental perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your local spring affect your routine?
  • What regional climate patterns influence cultural identity?
A Different Perspective

Regional climate differences can affect agriculture and mood.

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