Air Quote by Charles Dickens
“The wide stare stared itself out for one while; the Sun went down in a red, green, golden glory; the stars came out in the heavens, and the fire-flies mimicked them in the lower air, as men may feebly imitate the goodness of a better order of beings; the long dusty roads and the interminable plains were in repose-and so deep a hush was on the sea, that it scarcely whispered of the time when it shall give up its dead.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Unnamed work, likely a short story or essay, 19th century
A vivid description of twilight, nature’s transition, and human attempts to emulate higher ideals, ending in a contemplative silence.
In simple terms: Nature shifts at dusk, people try to copy higher goodness, and the sea quiets.
Key Takeaway
Observe and appreciate the subtle changes in the world around you.
Themes
nature
transformation
human aspiration
silence
Mood
reflective
tranquil
Type
descriptive
philosophical
When to use this quote
- evening walks
- stargazing
- creative writing
- philosophical contemplation
Key Concepts
aestheticism
romanticism
existential reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you experience the shift from day to night?
- What does the sea’s hush symbolize for you?
A Different Perspective
The poetic language may obscure practical meaning for some readers.
![“Just between you and me, shouldn’t the World Bank be encouraging MORE migration of the dirty industries to the LDCs [Less Developed Countries]?... I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to that... I’ve always…” quote by Lawrence Summers](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/ac4/lawrence-summers-16940_air_just-between-you-and-me-shouldn-t-the-wo_4703.jpg)
![“[A]s you partake of the world's bill of fare, that's darned good advice to follow. Do a lot of spitting out the hot air. And be careful what you swallow.” quote by Dr. Seuss](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/da8/dr-seuss-1224_advice_a-s-you-partake-of-the-world-s-bill-of-f_6806.jpg)