Autumn Quote by George Eliot
““Is not this a true autumn day? Just the still melancholy that I love - that makes life and nature harmonise. The birds are consulting about their migrations, the trees are putting on the hectic or the pallid hues of decay, and begin to strew the ground, that one's very footsteps may not disturb the repose of earth and air, while they give us a scent that is a perfect anodyne to the restless spirit. Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it, and if I were a bird I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns." [ Letter to Miss Lewis , Oct. 1, 1841]””
About This Quote
Source Letter: Letter to Miss Lewis, 1 Oct 1841
Autumn evokes deep melancholy and harmony, offering solace and inspiration to the restless spirit.
In simple terms: Autumn brings soothing melancholy and harmony.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the season’s quiet inspiration.
Themes
nature
autumn
melancholy
inspiration
solace
Mood
reflective
calm
inspired
Type
literary
poetic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- writing poetry
- walking in woods
- photographing foliage
- meditative practice
Key Concepts
seasonal affect
mindfulness
creative reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- How does autumn affect your mood?
- What creative work does this season inspire?
A Different Perspective
Some may find melancholy draining rather than uplifting.
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