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Waves Like Quote by Felipe Fernández-Armesto

“Their ships were steeds, and they rode the waves like jennets.” quote by Felipe Fernández-Armesto
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““Their ships were steeds, and they rode the waves like jennets.””

Felipe Fernández-Armesto

About This Quote

Source Book: The Exploration of the Atlantic, Felipe Fernández-Armesto, 2002

The metaphor compares ships to swift, noble horses, emphasizing their speed and elegance as they navigate the sea like riders on steeds.

In simple terms: Ships move swiftly and gracefully across waves.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate the beauty of maritime travel.

Themes

exploration metaphor travel history nature

Mood

admiring melancholic

Type

descriptive poetic

When to use this quote

  • sailing
  • historical voyages
  • modern cruise travel

Key Concepts

nautical imagery poetic language historical perspective

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this imagery reveal about cultural views of seafaring?
  • How does metaphor shape our perception of technology?
A Different Perspective

If the ships are not truly swift, the metaphor fails.

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