Cities Quote by George Selden
““Just this once, in the very heart of the busiest of cities, everyone was perfectly content not to move and hardly to breathe. And for those few minutes, while the song lasted, Times Square was still as a meadow at evening, with the sun streaming in on the people there and the wind moving among them as if they were only tall blades of grass.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Cricket in Times of War by George Selden, 1995
A brief pause in a hectic city can create a serene, almost magical atmosphere where people feel calm and united.
In simple terms: A city can feel peaceful for a moment.
Key Takeaway
Pause and appreciate stillness.
Themes
tranquility
urban life
momentary peace
collective experience
Mood
calm
reflective
nostalgic
Type
descriptive
poetic
When to use this quote
- concerts
- public gatherings
- urban festivals
- meditation in city
- traffic jams
Key Concepts
mindfulness
environmental perception
temporary escape
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we create more such pauses?
- What does stillness reveal about our daily rush?
A Different Perspective
Such moments are rare and may be disrupted by external demands.
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