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.””
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.
Appreciate raw natural beauty.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- mountain climbing
- photography
- environmental study
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does emptiness inspire awe?
- What emotions arise in vast silence?
Such desolation can feel isolating.