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“Southward with fleet of ice Sailed the corsair Death; Wild and fast blew the blast, And the east-wind was his breath.” quote by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
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“Southward with fleet of ice Sailed the corsair Death; Wild and fast blew the blast, And the east-wind was his breath.”

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

About This Quote

Source Poem: “The Song of Hiawatha”, 1855

The corsair moves swiftly, driven by the east wind, symbolizing daring and freedom.

In simple terms: Fast ships symbolize daring freedom.

Key Takeaway

Pursue bold, swift action.

Themes

adventure freedom speed

Mood

dramatic energetic

Type

poetic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • exploration
  • risk‑taking
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

navigation wind power

Questions to Reflect On

  • When does daring become reckless?
  • How do you balance speed and safety?
A Different Perspective

Speed can lead to recklessness.

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