Autumn Quote by Carl Sandburg
“Corn wind in the fall, come off the black lands, come off the whisper of the silk hangers, the lap of the flat spear leaves.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Untitled, 1930s collection
A vivid description of autumnal winds sweeping across dark fields and delicate fabrics, evoking change and transition.
In simple terms: Autumn winds bring change.
Key Takeaway
Notice and embrace seasonal shifts.
Themes
nature
change
imagery
Mood
reflective
melancholic
Type
poetic
descriptive
When to use this quote
- gardening
- writing
- seasonal planning
- meditation
Key Concepts
transience
sensory detail
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the wind affect your mood?
- What does “black lands” symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective
May romanticize change without acknowledging loss.
