Air Quote by Cassandra Clare
“As Magnus turned to walk away from the church, he heard the sound of violin music carried to him on the cloudy London air, and remembered another night, a night of ghosts and snow and Christmas music, and Will standing on the steps of the Institute, watching Magnus as he went.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Clockwork Angel, 2010 (The Infernal Devices series)
The protagonist recalls a haunting, atmospheric scene with violin music and memories of ghosts, snow, and Christmas.
In simple terms: A vivid memory of music, ghosts, and winter.
Key Takeaway
Use sensory detail to evoke emotion.
Themes
memory
atmosphere
music
Mood
melancholic
poetic
Type
descriptive
evocational
When to use this quote
- novel writing
- scene setting
- emotional resonance
Key Concepts
evocative description
nostalgia
Questions to Reflect On
- How does music shape memory?
- What role does setting play in mood?
A Different Perspective
May rely heavily on nostalgia.
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