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“Not a breath of air stirred over the free and open prairie; the clouds were like light piles of cotton; and where the blue sky was visible, it wore a hazy and languid aspect.” quote by Francis Parkman
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“Not a breath of air stirred over the free and open prairie; the clouds were like light piles of cotton; and where the blue sky was visible, it wore a hazy and languid aspect.”

Francis Parkman

About This Quote

Source Book: The Oregon Trail, Francis Parkman, 1849

The prairie is vast and calm, with clouds like soft cotton and a hazy sky.

In simple terms: Open prairie feels serene and airy.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate quiet, open spaces.

Themes

nature tranquility landscape

Mood

calm contemplative

Type

descriptive poetic

When to use this quote

  • camping
  • photography
  • writing nature scenes

Key Concepts

American West environmental description

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this scene affect your mood?
  • What emotions does open space evoke?
A Different Perspective

Weather can shift, altering mood.

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