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“Nothing is so beautiful as spring - when weeds, in wheels, shoot long and lovely and lush; Thrush's eggs look little low heavens, and thrush through the echoing timber does so rinse and wring the ear, it strikes like lightning to hear him sing.” quote by Gerard Manley Hopkins
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“Nothing is so beautiful as spring - when weeds, in wheels, shoot long and lovely and lush; Thrush's eggs look little low heavens, and thrush through the echoing timber does so rinse and wring the ear, it strikes like lightning to hear him sing.”

Gerard Manley Hopkins

About This Quote

Source Poem: The Windhover, 1877

Spring’s beauty emerges vividly, with nature’s sounds and sights creating an electrifying, joyful experience.

In simple terms: Spring feels alive and wonderful.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate nature’s vivid moments.

Themes

nature beauty joy

Mood

joyful inspired

Type

poetic descriptive

When to use this quote

  • gardening
  • birdwatching
  • outdoor activities

Key Concepts

sensory imagery poetic description

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does the lightning metaphor convey?
  • How does nature affect your mood?
A Different Perspective

Overly ornate language may obscure meaning.

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