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Clouds Quote by Jon McGregor

“The only clouds are pale and thin, hung as high as they can manage, like cobwebs in the high arches of a stairwell, and the sky is a freshly scrubbed blue, as permanent-looking as the first day of the holidays.” quote by Jon McGregor
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““The only clouds are pale and thin, hung as high as they can manage, like cobwebs in the high arches of a stairwell, and the sky is a freshly scrubbed blue, as permanent-looking as the first day of the holidays.””

Jon McGregor

About This Quote

Source Novel: Reservoir 3, 2015

He describes a pristine, almost untouched sky, using vivid metaphor to evoke calm and freshness.

In simple terms: The sky looks clear and new, like fresh paint.

Key Takeaway

Appreciate simple natural beauty.

Themes

nature beauty perception

Mood

serene contemplative

Type

poetic descriptive

When to use this quote

  • writing descriptive prose
  • mindful observation
  • inspiring artistic creation

Key Concepts

visual metaphor poetic description environmental awareness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this imagery affect your mood?
  • What memories does a clear sky evoke?
A Different Perspective

Interpretation may vary with personal experience.

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