August Quote by Carl Spitteler
“I left for Petersburg in August, 1871 and stayed there until 1879.”
About This Quote
The speaker provides a concise timeline of residence in Petersburg, indicating a period of eight years spent there during the early 1870s.
In simple terms: I lived in Petersburg from 1871 to 1879.
Key Takeaway
A specific eight‑year residence.
Themes
history
travel
timeline
Mood
neutral
factual
Type
statement of fact
When to use this quote
- writing a biography
- studying 19th‑century Russian culture
- planning a historical tour
Practical Applications
- use dates for contextual research
Questions to Reflect On
- What events might have shaped the speaker during that period?
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