Autumn Quote by Ernest Dowson
““AUTUMNAL Pale amber sunlight falls across The reddening October trees, That hardly sway before a breeze As soft as summer: summer's loss Seems little, dear! on days like these. Let misty autumn be our part! The twilight of the year is sweet: Where shadow and the darkness meet Our love, a twilight of the heart Eludes a little time's deceit. Are we not better and at home In dreamful Autumn, we who deem No harvest joy is worth a dream? A little while and night shall come, A little while, then, let us dream. Beyond the pearled horizons lie Winter and night: awaiting these We garner this poor hour of ease, Until love turn from us and die Beneath the drear November trees.””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “Autumnal” by Ernest Dowson, 1880s
The poem reflects on the fleeting beauty of autumn, urging us to cherish love and dreams before winter’s inevitable arrival.
In simple terms: Autumn’s beauty reminds us to hold love and dreams tightly.
Key Takeaway
Embrace love now, before time fades.
Themes
love
autumn
transience
dreams
mortality
Mood
nostalgic
reflective
melancholic
Type
poetic
romantic
When to use this quote
- evening walks
- reading poetry
- reflecting on relationships
- preparing for change
Key Concepts
Romanticism
melancholy
impermanence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the season symbolize for you?
- How can you honor fleeting moments?
A Different Perspective
The poem ideal idealizes autumn, ignoring harsh realities of loss and decay.
