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Snow Quote by Clarence King

“Through the white snow-gate of our ampitheatre, as through a frame we looked eastward upon the summit group; not a tree, not a vestige of vegetation in sight,-sky, snow and granite the only elements in this wild picture.” quote by Clarence King
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““Through the white snow-gate of our ampitheatre, as through a frame we looked eastward upon the summit group; not a tree, not a vestige of vegetation in sight,-sky, snow and granite the only elements in this wild picture.””

Clarence King

About This Quote

Source Book: The Surveyor's Guide, 1880

A vivid description of a stark, barren mountain landscape.

In simple terms: Snowy mountains are empty and beautiful.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate raw natural beauty.

Themes

nature landscape solitude

Mood

contemplative poetic

Type

descriptive inspirational

When to use this quote

  • mountain climbing
  • photography
  • environmental study

Key Concepts

geology visual imagery

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does emptiness inspire awe?
  • What emotions arise in vast silence?
A Different Perspective

Such desolation can feel isolating.

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